World Bank Warns of Weakest Global Growth Since 1960s Amid Trade Tensions

The global economy is entering its most sluggish decade in over half a century, according to a World Bank report published June 10, 2025. Trade tensions reignited by former U.S. President Donald Trump''s aggressive policies—including universal 10% tariffs—have triggered immediate market instability and forced widespread downgrades of economic forecasts.

Nearly two-thirds of nations face reduced growth projections, with the United States, European Union, and Japan among the hardest-hit economies. China remains the notable exception, maintaining stability through financial buffers capable of absorbing external shocks.

This prolonged stagnation threatens to reshape geopolitical power structures. Cryptocurrencies may see increased volatility as traditional markets react to these macroeconomic headwinds, though digital assets could also benefit from their perceived decoupling from legacy financial systems.