World trade is set to slow in 2026 following stronger-than-expected growth in 2025 on the back of surging trade in AI-enabling products, the WTO’s latest ‘Global Trade Outlook and Statistics’ said.
WTO economists warn that the Gulf conflict could further reduce trade growth if energy prices remain high.
Prospects could still improve if the conflict ends quickly and the boom in AI spending continues.
WTO economists warn that the Gulf conflict could further reduce trade growth if energy prices remain high.
Prospects could still improve if the conflict ends quickly and the boom in AI spending continues.
