The World Bank projects global economic growth will slow to 2.3% in 2025, down from the 2.7% clip forecast in January, as a result of trade wars launched largely by the US. While the global economy will avoid recession, the report also warns that economic growth is on track for its weakest decade since the 1960s. Here’s a look at three key figures from the report.
Graphic Truth
Graphic Truth: 2025 global growth projections
By Riley CallananJune 11, 2025
Riley Callanan
Riley is a former writer and reporter for GZERO. When she isn’t writing about global politics, you can find her conducting research on American politics or persisting in her lifelong quest to learn French. Riley spends her time outside of work grilling, dancing, and wearing many hats (both literally and figuratively).
