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IMF warns conflicts and energy prices widening global income gaps

By Drooid · Oct 13, 2026, 6:29 AM UTC · How we work

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The International Monetary Fund warned that conflicts, energy prices and tech disruptions are widening income gaps.
IMF projected global growth at 3.1% in 2026 and 3.4% in 2027.
IMF said low-income oil-importing countries lacking tech sectors face higher risk of widening income gaps.
Chief economist Silvana Tenreyro warned a prolonged Middle East conflict could add inflation pressure and slow growth.

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The International Monetary Fund warned that conflicts, energy prices and tech disruptions are widening income gaps.
IMF projected global growth at 3.1% in 2026 and 3.4% in 2027.
IMF said low-income oil-importing countries lacking tech sectors face higher risk of widening income gaps.
Chief economist Silvana Tenreyro warned a prolonged Middle East conflict could add inflation pressure and slow growth.