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The World Bank cut its global growth forecast for 2026 to 2.5%, the slowest pace since the Covid-19 pandemic.
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The World Bank
What
The World Bank cut its global growth forecast for 2026 to 2.5%, the slowest pace since the Covid-19 pandemic.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:42:13 GMT · 30m ago
Where
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Why
The cut in global growth forecast is attributed to higher energy prices, rising input costs, and disrupted global trade routes stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
The World Bank has reduced its global economic growth projection for 2026, signaling a slowdown that will affect business activities and household spending worldwide, particularly due to higher energy costs.
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2 events in this thread- Currently Reading30m agoThe World Bank cut its global growth forecast for 2026 to 2.5%, the slowest pace since the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Economics1h 34m agoA UN report on the World Economic Situation and Prospects (Mid-2026) states that the crisis in West Asia is weighing on the global economy by slowing growth and causing price increases.Open article
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- HIGHCNBC TV18https://www.cnbctv18.com/economy/from-inflation-to-interest-rates-economic-indicators-that-matter-most-in-2026-ws-el-19923167.htm
- HIGHNDTV Profithttps://www.ndtvprofit.com/economy/world-bank-cuts-2026-global-growth-forecast-to-2-5-pegs-india-at-6-6-amid-inflation-risks-11623764
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