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Kristalina Georgieva said the world economy is weathering the shock of the war in the Middle East with no signs yet of a global slowdown, but risks remain high.

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International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva
What
Kristalina Georgieva said the world economy is weathering the shock of the war in the Middle East with no signs yet of a global slowdown, but risks remain high.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:01:27 GMT · 1h 52m ago
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Why
The war in the Middle East and its potential intensification, alongside supply disruptions, pose a "clear risk to global growth."
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Despite a recent U.S.-Iran agreement to end their war, ongoing risks from potential conflict escalation and energy supply shocks could still undermine global economic stability, influencing commodity prices and financial conditions, especially affecting energy-importing nations and emerging markets.

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