Global GDP growth is projected to cool to 2.6% in 2026, slightly stepping back from 2.7% this year. The slowdown? Trade tensions and expanding tariff policies are putting the brakes on international commerce. According to the latest economic prospects report, the tariff environment is becoming a headwind that could weigh on global expansion moving forward. For crypto and asset markets, slower economic growth typically reshapes investor risk appetite and capital allocation strategies. When traditional economies face headwinds, digital assets often become part of the broader portfolio rebalancing conversation. Keep an eye on how these macro trends unfold—they directly impact market sentiment and trading volumes across all asset classes.