Global trade outlook improves as AI investment drives demand for technology

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Strong investment in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure is improving the global trade outlook, as rising demand for semiconductors, servers and other advanced technologies supports international commerce and creates new opportunities for developing economies to participate in the expanding digital economy. The World Trade Organization (WTO) has raised its 2026 global merchandise trade volume growth forecast to 3.9% from 1.9%, citing resilient supply chains and stronger-than-expected investment in AI-related infrastructure as important factors behind the improved outlook. According to the WTO’s October Global Trade Outlook and Statistics, AI-enabling goods accounted for 47% of the increase in the value of global merchandise…

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