The World Bank has cut its 2026 global growth forecast to 2.5 per cent.

Middle East

Who

The World Bank, IMF, OECD

What

When

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:58:54 GMT · 2h 25m ago

Where

Middle East ·

Why

The economic fallout from the Middle East conflict is driving higher energy and commodity prices, which could lift inflation and weaken growth if supply disruptions persist.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The updated forecast indicates a significant slowdown in global economic growth, with inflation projected to rise further; this could particularly impact developing and low-income economies, many of which are already struggling post-pandemic.

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India Today
https://www.indiatoday.in/diu/story/world-bank-global-growth-forecast-2026-cut-middle-east-conflict-inflation-2925806-2026-06-12
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