IMF says it is monitoring Middle East turmoil, too early to assess impact
The IMF is closely monitoring the Middle East amid trade disruptions, soaring energy prices, and volatile financial markets, though the full economic impact remains uncertain.
March 03, 2026
Rajveer Singh Pardesi/Reuters
FILE PHOTO: A view of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) logo at its headquarters in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 24, 2024.
Benoit Tessier/Reuters
The International Monetary Fund said on Tuesday it was closely monitoring developments in the Middle East, noting disruptions to trade and economic activity, surging energy prices and increased financial market volatility.
The IMF said it was too early to assess the economic impact on the region or globally, which will depend on the extent and duration of the conflict.
-Rajveer Singh Pardesi/Reuters
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