IMF lowers 2026 global growth forecast to 3% but projects rebound in 2027

France 24 Wednesday 08 July 2026, 20:38 UTC By Camille KNIGHT 1 min read

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IMF lowers 2026 global growth forecast to 3% but projects rebound in 2027 Business Issued on: 04:30 min From the show Reading time 1 min The IMF has cut its global growth forecast for the second time this year, flagging "uncertainty and risks" brought on by the war in Iran. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez responds to threats from Donald Trump that the US will cut off all trade with his country. And, the heatwave is putting France's power system is under pressure. Advertising Related keywords [Image text:] MF 2026 WORLDGROWTHFORECAST 2026 growth projection:3% Down from 3.1% in April forecast JOSELUIS DEHARO BUSINESS FRANCE 24

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Cities are often described as "heat islands," with media reports warning that some neighborhoods can be 20° F (7° C) hotter than others. But those temperatures are often based on satellite data rather than the conditions people actually experience, due to the dearth of near-surface urban observations. This data gap hinders understanding public health risks during heat waves, planning for energy demand, infrastructure resilience, and climate adaptation.

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IMF lowers 2026 global growth forecast to 3% but projects rebound in 2027

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