Forecasts Point to Sustained Global Economic Growth Amid Key Interest Rate Cuts

Global economic growth is forecasted to maintain a robust pace next year, driven by strong US economic performance and interest rate cuts from central banks. However, the upcoming US presidential election could pose risks to this outlook. A Reuters poll suggests potential growth revisions due to unexpected resilience.

Global economic growth is expected to maintain its robust pace into the next year, backed by significant interest rate cuts from major central banks, according to a recent Reuters poll involving around 500 economists.

The upcoming, hotly-contested U.S. presidential election, however, could dampen this growth trajectory, with candidates proposing shifts in trade rules. The U.S. economy's surprising resilience has led economists to upgrade their 2024 global growth forecasts.

Inflation has decreased significantly, aligning with central banks' target ranges, aiding in the global growth forecast of 3.1% this year as per the Reuters poll. The U.S. economy has consistently outperformed expectations, driven by strong consumer spending despite anticipated interest rate challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)