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IMF sees smaller global slowdown as AI boom offsets war hit, but resilience is nearing limits
BANGKOK — The International Monetary Fund has raised its forecast for global economic growth this year as the AI-driven investment boom helps offset some of the impact from surging energy costs.
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The International Monetary Fund raised its 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%, citing an AI‑driven investment boom that offsets rising energy costs. The new estimate replaces the 3.0% projection released in July, though it remains below last year’s 3.5% growth rate. The IMF left its 2027 outlook unchanged at 3.4%.
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