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IMF lifts growth forecast for global economy but warns of risks
'Numerous challenges remain, and decisive actions are needed'
April 16, 2024
Global Economy
The Bretton Woods institutions we need
Over 80 years, the IMF and World Bank have proven adaptable to global shifts
April 16, 2024
Global Economy
IMF chief Georgieva wins second term ahead of spring meetings
Georgieva was the sole candidate for the job,
April 14, 2024
Global Economy
IMF lifts world GDP outlook on US strength, China fiscal support
'We are now in the final descent toward a soft landing with inflation declining steadily and growth holding up'
January 30, 2024
US Economy
Fed rate cut hopes by March are 'optimistic', ex-IMF chief economist Rajan says
'The problem is the labour market is hot'
December 13, 2023
Global Economy
IMF warns of inflation's tenacity, weaker global growth in 2024
In most countries, IMF foresees inflation remaining above central bank targets until 2025.
October 10, 2023
China Focus
Big China stimulus isn't coming, former IMF official Zhu Min says
Any policies will likely target structural issues rather than big macroeconomic ones
June 29, 2023
China's Belt & Road Initiative
IMF says China shifting on debt restructuring after being burned
China joins Western creditors for Silk Road debt restructuring, IMF says.
May 02, 2023
Global Economy
IMF warns five-year global growth outlook weakest since 1990
For 2023, global gross domestic product will likely expand by less than 3%
April 07, 2023
Global Economy
IMF raises world economic outlook for the first time in a year
"We're well away from any kind of global recession marker."
January 31, 2023