US, Global Economic Outlook Worsens in the Face of Trump's Tariffs, IMF Says
- The IMF predicts global economic growth will slow to 2.8% this year, a decrease from its January forecast of 3.3% due to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.
- U.S. Economic growth is projected at 1.8%, down from 2.7%, with a 40% chance of a recession, as stated by the IMF.
- China's economic growth forecast is reduced to 4%, impacted by U.S. Tariffs, which affect economies globally, as noted by the IMF.
- The IMF warns that heightened uncertainty from tariffs could disrupt supply chains, as companies slow investment and spending.
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