Economy

Growth to Slow as Tariffs Bite, But AI Investments May Cushion the Blow

December 2, 2025

The OECD projects a modest slowdown in global economic growth from 3.2% in 2025 to 2.9% in 2026, largely due to the impact of tariffs. However, investments in artificial intelligence are expected to provide some support and resilience against these challenges.

Growth to Slow as Tariffs Bite, But AI Investments May Cushion the Blow

Key Highlights

OECD forecasts global growth to slow from 3.2% in 2025 to 2.9% in 2026.
AI investment boom is helping to offset negative effects of U. S. tariff hikes.
Global growth remains vulnerable to potential new trade tensions.
Investor optimism in AI could lead to stock market corrections if expectations are unmet.

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Growth to Slow as Tariffs Bite, But AI Investments May Cushion the Blow

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