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WSJ Economy · May 21, 2026 8:33 AM EDT GeopoliticsMacro

Global Economy Slowing as Middle East Conflict Bites, Surveys Show

Business activity in Europe and Asia slowed in May as energy costs rose and new orders cooled, an indication the fallout from the conflict in the Middle East has weakened the global economy.

Global Economy Slowing as Middle East Conflict Bites, Surveys Show
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