IMF warns AI correction could amplify global financial stress

The IMF said an AI-related asset selloff, higher sovereign yields or a major cyberattack could become systemic when combined with existing financial vulnerabilities.

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Source published 13 Oct 2026 · Briefing published 13 October 2026

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In its Global Financial Stability Report, the IMF urged policymakers to avoid complacency and curb excessive leverage. Reuters reported that hyperscalers now account for 10% of global investment-grade bond issuance, up from less than 1% in 2024.

The Fund said AI investment is supporting growth, yet weaker profits or reduced capital needs could trigger forced selling and volatility. It separately warned that higher energy prices and fiscal pressures have increased risks in sovereign debt markets.

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