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IMF Confirms Eurozone Growth, Flags Middle East Risks, 4.7% Inflation

7/9/2026

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) confirmed 2026-27 GDP growth forecasts for Italy, Spain, France and Germany.
The IMF warned that escalating Middle East tensions threaten growth and that global inflation was raised to 4.7% for 2026, ending the disinflation trend that began in early 2024.
The IMF advised central banks to stay independent and governments to rebuild fiscal buffers while pursuing energy-security and AI reforms.

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) confirmed 2026-27 GDP growth forecasts for Italy, Spain, France and Germany.
The IMF warned that escalating Middle East tensions threaten growth and that global inflation was raised to 4.7% for 2026, ending the disinflation trend that began in early 2024.
The IMF advised central banks to stay independent and governments to rebuild fiscal buffers while pursuing energy-security and AI reforms.