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OECD Warns: Global Economy Faces Recession Risks Ahead

3/27/2025

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The global economy teeters on the brink of recession, as the OECD slashes growth forecasts to 3.1% for 2025 and 3.0% for 2026. Rising trade tensions, especially from US tariffs, cast a shadow over investment and consumer spending. Pakistan stands at a critical juncture, needing urgent reforms to stave off financial turmoil and restore stability.

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The global economy teeters on the brink of recession, as the OECD slashes growth forecasts to 3.1% for 2025 and 3.0% for 2026. Rising trade tensions, especially from US tariffs, cast a shadow over investment and consumer spending. Pakistan stands at a critical juncture, needing urgent reforms to stave off financial turmoil and restore stability.