OECD Reports Global Economic Slowdown Amid Rising U.S. Tariffs

The OECD forecasts a 2.9% slowdown in global economic growth, attributing U.S. tariffs and trade wars as key factors affecting the economy.

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OECD predicts global economic growth will slow to 2.9% in 2023, down from previous years.

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U.S. economic growth is expected to decrease to 1.6% this year due to trade wars.

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Average U.S. tariff rates have reached 15.4%, the highest since 1938.

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New import duties under Trump's policies affect nearly all foreign nations.

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OECD warns that tariffs create global economic uncertainty and may lead to retaliation from other countries.

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