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IMF warns Middle East conflict fuels inflation and supply disruptions
NewsBytes | April 9, 2026 11:39 PM CST

Over 360 million face food insecurity

Food insecurity has gotten worse, now impacting over 360 million people as fuel shortages lead to refinery shutdowns. Fertilizer costs are up too, making things tougher for farmers.
The IMF suggests governments may need to offer targeted support or central banks to raise interest rates to keep inflation in check.
As Georgieva puts it, Financial markets have already begun adjusting. Borrowing costs have risen.


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