Why the global economy is proving more resilient than expected, according to the IMF

‘What is surprising in this story is the incredible resilience of the world economy,’ says Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of IMF, which has just upgraded projections for global economic growth to 3.3% in 2026. Here, Georgieva gives four reasons why the global economy is faring much better than some expected; discusses levers countries can use to encourage inclusive growth; and offers one crucial question leaders should ask themselves, as uncertainty becomes the new normal.