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flag WTO raises 2025 trade growth forecast to 2.4% due to AI demand and U.S. inventory buildup, but warns of slowdown in 2026.

flag The World Trade Organization raised its 2025 global trade growth forecast to 2.4% from 0.9%, citing strong demand for AI-related goods, U.S. inventory buildup ahead of tariffs, and resilient global trade. flag Trade in semiconductors, servers, and data equipment surged 20% in early 2025, with U.S. semiconductor imports up 36%. flag However, trade growth is projected to slow to 0.5% in 2026 due to full tariff impacts and depleted inventories. flag The WTO warned of risks from escalating trade restrictions and urged cooperation to maintain a stable global trade system.

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