IMF Raises 2026 Global Growth Forecast Amid Warnings of US-Iran War and Energy Price Risks

The International Monetary Fund has slightly raised its 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%, citing resilient advanced economies and increased AI investment. However, the IMF cautioned that high energy prices linked to the ongoing US-Iran war pose significant risks, particularly for low-income and energy-importing nations, potentially testing the limits of global economic resilience.