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IMF lifts 2026 world growth forecast to 3.1% but warns of strain
The IMF's October 2026 World Economic Outlook forecasts 3.1% global growth this year and 4.7% inflation, with oil assumed at $96 a barrel and growth uneven.
WTO lifts 2026 goods trade forecast to 3.9% on AI demand
The WTO raised its 2026 world goods trade growth forecast to 3.9% from 1.9% on 8 October 2026, but cut services to 3.3% because of the Middle East conflict.
US curbs solar imports ahead of polysilicon tariffs on 4 December
A US anti-stockpiling rule has limited solar and polysilicon imports since 22 September 2026, before a 15% tariff and price floors start on 4 December.