Event Brief
Oct 13, 2026 at 3:10 AM ET
IMF cuts regional 2026 growth forecasts
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
The International Monetary Fund sharply cut its 2026 growth forecasts for the Middle East and Central Asia amid the ongoing regional conflict. The IMF said Saudi Arabia's GDP is expected to contract by 3.3 percent this year.
WHO: The International Monetary Fund
WHAT: The IMF sharply cut its 2026 growth forecasts for the Middle East and Central Asia.
WHEN: Reported Oct 13, 2026 at 2:22 AM ET
WHERE: Middle East and Central Asia
WHY: The IMF cited disruptions from the ongoing conflict in the region.
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