UNCTAD sees global growth slowing to 2.6% in 2026May 21, 2026 UNCTAD projects global growth to slow to 2.6% in 2026 as trade, energy, food and finance pressures weigh on the broader world economy.
UNCTAD reports global trade grew to $33 trillion in 2024March 15, 2025 UNCTAD’s report reveals global trade hit $33 trillion in 2024, yet uncertainty over tariffs, policies, and economic shifts remains high.
WTO forecasts global trade growth of 2.7% for 2024, 3.0% for 2025October 12, 2024 WTO forecasts global merchandise trade growth of 2.7% in 2024 and 3.0% in 2025, citing easing inflation, declining interest rates, and risks from geopolitical tensions.