In the World Economic Outlook (WEO) released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in October, although forecasts were somewhat revised downward from the previous ones released in July, the annual real GDP growth rates for 2018 and 2019 are both projected to be 3.7 percent, continuing to mark relatively high growth close to the peak registered since the global financial crisis (Chart 9).
As for the U.S. economy, prospects for the long-term growth potential have improved compared to some time ago. Another important point is that no overheating of the economy or notable  5  financial imbalances have been observed.