WTO goods barometer points to resilient trade growth despite policy and geopolitical headwinds
The WTO’s September Goods Trade Barometer rose to 102.0, signaling merchandise trade remained above trend in mid-2026.
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WTO goods barometer points to resilient trade growth despite policy and geopolitical headwinds
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