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OECD Forecasts 2026 Growth of 2.9% Amid Middle East Conflict and AI Investment

The OECD projects global growth at 2.9% for 2026, citing artificial intelligence investment as a driver while warning that Middle East war and climate change may hinder progress.

2 publishers · 2 articles · first seen 23 Sept 2026 · updated 1h ago

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0%50%100%25%22 Sept, 09:57 UTCnowDeutsche Welle: OECD says growth 'resilient' in 2026 despite Middle East war · 23 Sept, 09:49 UTCBBC Science: UK economy will grow by less than expected next year, OECD says · 23 Sept, 08:44 UTC

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  1. OECD says growth 'resilient' in 2026 despite Middle East war Deutsche Welle
  2. UK economy will grow by less than expected next year, OECD says BBC Science

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