IMF monitoring Middle East conflict, flags trade and market disruptions
Mar 4th 2026
Washington, DC: The IMF reports trade disruptions, higher energy prices and market volatility and will provide a full assessment in its April World Economic Outlook.
- The IMF is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East.
- It has observed disruptions to trade and economic activity.
- Energy prices have surged and financial markets have become volatile.
- The IMF says it is too early to quantify the economic impact and that outcomes will depend on the extent and duration of the conflict.
- A comprehensive assessment will be published in the April World Economic Outlook.