Global Trade Growth to Be Stronger Than Expected, WTO Says
Cites artificial intelligence surge and a buildup in inventories in the U.S. that softens the impact of higher tariffs
Global trade in goods will increase more rapidly than previously expected this year as purchases of goods related to artificial intelligence surge and a buildup in inventories in the U.S. softens the impact of higher tariffs, the World Trade Organization said Tuesday.
However, the Geneva-based dispute resolution body expects exports and imports of goods to grow at a slower pace in 2026 as the...
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