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OECD Slashes U.S. Growth Forecast

2025/6/3
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The OECD has slashed its growth forecast for the U.S. economy, citing tariff-related uncertainty and higher inflation. This follows a global trend of slowing growth, impacting various sectors and potentially leading to higher borrowing costs.
  • OECD projected U.S. growth of 1.6% in 2025, significantly lower than previous forecasts.
  • U.S. inflation could reach close to 4% this year.
  • Chinese manufacturing activity shows a steep drop in new orders.

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A.M. Edition for June 3. The OECD is warning the U.S. and global economies are likely to face slowing growth this year and next), amid tariff-related uncertainty and the prospect of higher-for-longer inflation. Plus, chief China correspondent Lingling Wei) profiles Beijing’s new trade negotiator) and his mandate from Xi Jinping not to cater to Washington. And FEMA scraps its new hurricane plan) as storm season kicks off. Luke Vargas hosts.

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