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Global economy shows resilience amid high oil prices and turmoil

The global economy has held up better than feared despite soaring oil costs and geopolitical upheaval. At the International Monetary Fund’s annual meeting in Bangkok, policymakers from more than 100 countries considered its unexpected strength. The report nevertheless cautions against assuming that this resilience will endure.

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Global economy shows resilience amid high oil prices and turmoil
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What to know

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    The economic impact of high oil prices and geopolitical turmoil has been smaller than feared.

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    Policymakers from more than 100 countries gathered in Bangkok for the International Monetary Fund’s annual meeting.

Why it matters

These developments provide context for assessing the global economic outlook, but current strength does not establish that this resilience will persist.

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