Global Finance Chiefs Convene in Washington as Iran War Delivers Third Major Shock to World Economy
Published on: April 13, 2026, 11:22 a.m. | Source: Republic World
Global finance officials meet in Washington as the IMF and World Bank slash growth forecasts due to the Iran war. Emerging market growth is pegged at 3.65%, with inflation rising to 4.9%. Leaders warn of a "shock to the system" as 45 million face food insecurity and record debt levels peak.
