IMF Attributes Growth To AI Investment Surge

The International Monetary Fund said Monday that an unexpectedly sturdy global economy is likely to withstand President Donald Trump's protectionist trade policies this year, in part due to a surge of AI investment in North America and Asia. The IMF forecasts global growth of 3.3% for 2026, upgrades U.S. growth to 2.4%, and raises China to 4.5%, citing technology investment and reduced tariffs.