IMF lowers its outlook for Asian growth as yields and uncertainty rise

The IMF expects Asia’s growth to slow in 2027 as financial conditions and external uncertainty weigh.

By DBC Times Newsdesk

DBC Times published 15 Oct 2026

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Reuters reported the fund’s projections of 4.8% growth in 2026 and 4.4% in 2027, compared with 5% in 2025.

The IMF expects Asia’s growth to slow in 2027 as financial conditions and external uncertainty weigh. The linked original report carries the source publication date shown above and provides the full account, named sources and any subsequent updates.

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