The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its economic growth forecasts for 2025 downward, citing the impact of trade tensions. The global economy is now projected to grow by 2.8% in 2025, a 0.5% decrease from the January estimate.
The U.S. economy is expected to grow by 1.8% in 2025, a decrease of 0.9%. China's growth forecast has been reduced to 4%.
These adjustments reflect concerns about greater policy uncertainty, trade tensions, and softer demand. The IMF emphasizes the need for global coordination to restore stability.