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Launch of the OECD Interim Economic Outlook

· Mathias Cormann, Secretary-General of the OECD (International)

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· Mathias Cormann Wiki · OECD WikiLaunch of the OECD Interim Economic Outlook

ContextOECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann presented the OECD Interim Economic Outlook alongside Chief Economist Álvaro Pereira on 23 September 2025.

Why it mattersThe OECD's September outlook flags tariffs and rising debt costs as the main threats, linking fiscal discipline to investment in skills, competition and AI.

Problems raised
  1. Policy uncertainty is high.
  2. Inflation could resurface with trade restrictions.
  3. Debt service costs are rising.
Solutions proposed
  1. Keep fiscal discipline to secure debt sustainability.
  2. Boost competition, skills and business investment.
  3. Invest in AI, digital and research.
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