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World Bank cuts 2026 global growth forecast due to Middle East conflict
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World Bank
Global
June 11, 2026
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World Bank cut 2026 global growth forecast to 2.5%.
Growth could slow to 1.3% if energy supply disruptions worsen.
Middle East conflict is the primary driver of the downward revision.
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