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MNN Global · January 19, 2026 · 1 min read

IMF warns trade tensions could slow global growth

What happened: The International Monetary Fund has highlighted trade tensions and a slowdown in the AI boom as key risks to global economic growth.

Why it matters:

  • Increased trade conflicts could disrupt international markets and supply chains.
  • A reversal in AI-driven growth may affect investment and innovation worldwide.

MNN Take: The IMF's warning signals potential challenges ahead for the global economy, emphasising the need for stable trade relations and sustained technological progress.

Sources: BBC Business