Global Headwinds

Harnessing AI could improve productivity and help offset demographic pressures WASHINGTON, October 6, 2026—Amid higher energy prices, heightened uncertainty, and weaker economic expansion in trading partners, growth in Europe and …

AI adoption can help create jobs, sustain growth WASHINGTON, October 6, 2026—Exceeding earlier projections, growth in South Asia is expected to increase to 6.9% this year, with strong domestic demand …