Global Merchandise Trade Faces Uncertain Future Amid Tariffs

Japan cuts GDP growth forecast amid US tariffs

Global trade to grow 0.9% this year; high tariffs to impact in 2026: WTO forecast

Higher tariffs to impact global trade growth, with India's exports flat in June, but slight increase in projection beneficial.

WTO boosts trade outlook, citing U.S. import ‘surge’ ahead of new tariffs

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WTO cuts 2026 global merchandise trade growth forecast to 1.8 pct on higher U.S. tariffs

GENEVA, Aug. 8 (Xinhua) -- The World Trade Organization (WTO) on Friday lowered its forecast for global merchandise trade growth in 2026 to 1.8 percent from the previous estimate of 2.5 percent due to higher tariffs. Read full story

WTO Predicts 0.9% Increase in Global Goods Trade

After a 2.9% gain in 2024, global goods trade will increase by 0.9% this year, the Geneva-based trade body said in a report Aug. 8.

Global Merchandise Trade Faces Uncertain Future Amid Tariffs

Global merchandise trade is set to grow by 0.9% this year, hindered by U.S. tariffs. WTO forecasts suggest continued uncertainty affecting business confidence. Asian economies remain strong contributors, while North America may negatively impact growth. Indian exports stayed stagnant in June, despite a declining trade deficit.