Global Economic & Trade Outlook 2024-2025

Global Economic Growth

GDP Growth: The global economy is projected to grow at a steady pace of around 3.1% in 2024 and slightly increase to 3.2% in 2025. This follows a similar growth rate of 3.1% in 2023

Regional Growth: Advanced economies are expected to see a slight acceleration in growth, while emerging markets may experience a modest slowdown.

For instance, the US GDP is projected to grow at 2.6% in 2024 and slow to 1.8% in 2025

Trade Growth

Merchandise Trade: The WTO forecasts a rebound in global merchandise trade growth to 3.3% in 2024, up from just 0.8% in 2023.

Services Trade: Prospects for services trade are relatively better compared to merchandise trade, with some recovery noted in 2024

Inflation and Monetary Policy

Inflation Rates: Global inflation is expected to decline from 6.8% in 2023 to 5.9% in 2024 and further to 4.5% in 2025.

This trend reflects the easing of supply constraints and the impact of tight monetary policies

Monetary Policy: Central banks are likely to continue with tight monetary policies to ensure inflation targets are met.

The OECD and IMF emphasize the need for prudent monetary management to contain inflationary pressures

Risks and Challenges

Geopolitical Tensions: Ongoing geopolitical conflicts and tensions, such as those in the Middle East, pose significant risks to global trade and economic stability

Economic Slowdowns:

Major economies like China are experiencing slowdowns, which could impact global economic dynamics

Debt Burdens:

Rising debt levels are a concern, with the need for fiscal consolidation and structural reforms to ensure long-term sustainability

Policy Recommendations

Structural Reforms: Organizations like the OECD advocate for structural reforms to improve productivity and economic resilience.

This includes enhancing human capital and leveraging technological advances

Fiscal Policy: There is a call for governments to manage fiscal pressures effectively, balancing the need for investment in growth with the necessity of debt sustainability

Conclusion

The global economic outlook for 2024-2025 is

cautiously optimistic

with steady growth and moderating inflation expected.

However,

the landscape is fraught with risks, including geopolitical tensions and economic slowdowns in key regions.

Prudent policy actions, particularly in monetary and fiscal domains, are crucial to navigating these challenges and supporting sustained economic growth.

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