IMF warns Iran war will raise prices, slow global growth

Middle East Eye · April 6, 2026 War

IMF warns Iran war will raise prices, slow global growth The head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned that the war on Iran will drive higher inflation and slower global growth, even if the conflict ends quickly. Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva told Reuters that the IMF is expected to downgrade its global growth forecast and raise its inflation outlook. “Instead, all roads now lead to higher prices and slower growth,” Georgieva said.

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