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OECD warns of ‘dark scenario’ if Gulf energy crisis drags on

OECD warns of ‘dark scenario’ if Gulf energy crisis drags on

Title: OECD Cautions Against ‘Dark Scenario’ Amid Prolonged Gulf Energy Turmoil

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has issued a stark warning, cautioning that a protracted energy crisis in the Gulf region could precipitate a “dark scenario” for the global economy. According to the organization, such a development would cause economic growth rates to plummet to depths rarely witnessed outside of significant worldwide disruptions, comparable to the economic shock caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.


Source: Financial Times Generated at: 2026-06-03 07:00:03 UTC

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