World Bank warns global economy will contract: stimulus needed

By Jessica Stanic · 24 June 2009 · Locked

Global Economy on Brink: Will Stimulus Save the Day?

The World Bank's latest forecast paints a dire picture for the global economy. A 2.9% contraction looms, but can stimulus efforts turn the tide?

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Summary

The latest World Bank forecast has revised its economic forecast to a 2.9 percent global contraction, more than the 1.7 percent initially predicted.