Peterson Institute for International Economics

Global growth remains solid in a challenging environment

The US and global economy are projected to continue expanding at a solid pace next year as the artificial intelligence (AI) boom helps cushion the effects of increased energy prices, inflation, and interest rates. That’s according to an analysis presented by Karen Dynan at the Peterson Institute for International Economics Fall 2026 Global Economic Prospects event.

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