IMF Projects Steady Global Growth Amid Divergence

The International Monetary Fund in its recent World Economic Outlook Update projects global growth of 3.3 percent in 2026 and 3.2 percent in 2027, a small upward revision for 2026 and stable outlook for 2027. The report says divergent forces—AI-driven investment, fiscal and monetary support—offset trade-policy headwinds, while commentators warn unchecked AI investment and unfair trade rules risk harming developing countries and call for WTO and broader policy reforms.