# IMF says AI investment keeps global growth near 3%, bringing major gains to Asia

https://mins.news/en/item/95841

- Reuters, 2026-10-12 04:00 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/imf-says-ai-investment-keeps-global-growth-around-3-with-major-asia-benefits-2026-10-12/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6acc5b586824fb0001dcda06

> International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said strong investment in AI infrastructure is keeping global growth around 3%. Asian economies that supply hardware, including Thailand, are seeing major benefits.

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