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Pakistan receives USD 1.3 bn loan from IMF: Central bank

Pakistan has recieved USD 1.3 billion from the International Monetary Fund. This funding comes from two separate programs, the Extended Fund Facility and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility. The money will help stabilize Pakistan's economy and address climate-related challenges.

The Economic Times

Petrol, diesel price hike in India a matter of time if Middle East conflict persists: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra

India faces potential retail fuel price hikes if the Middle East conflict persists. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra indicated this possibility due to rising energy import costs and inflation risks. The government has already reduced duties and state refiners are absorbing losses. Prime Minister Modi urged citizens to conserve fuel. Oil…

The Economic Times

Trump in Beijing: How do the US and China compare as economic superpowers?

US President Donald Trump's visit to China this week comes as the rivalry between the world's two largest economies is increasingly shaped by economic competition, technological leadership and global influence.

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Trump's Friendship Isn't Enough For Investors: His Closest Allies Run Some Of Latin America's Riskiest Countries

Some of Latin America's most Trump-friendly governments are still being treated by investors as risky bets, according to J.P. Morgan country-risk data, a reminder that access to Washington does not automatically translate into confidence on Wall Street.

International Business Times

Middle East war will slow down economic growth in Africa as cost of living crisis soars, IMF warns

According to the IMF's report, regional growth is expected to decline by 0.3 percentage points, and some 20 million people in Africa now face the risk of food insecurity as the Iran war raises energy and food prices.

Euronews

Cut borrowing costs for poorer countries to free up $900bn for development – report

G77 nations spend $8tn a year servicing debts, but analysis shows how comprehensive relief could benefit social spending

The Guardian - UK

EU countries need more 'targeted measures' to tackle soaring energy prices, says IMF's Helge Berger

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said vulnerable households should be the main target of energy price relief measures and urged EU governments to guarantee that these won't do "more damage than good".

Euronews

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End of conflict in the Middle East or recession in Europe, IMF warns

The IMF’s outlook for Europe remains closely tied to geopolitical developments. A prolonged crisis risks tipping Europe into recession.

Euronews

Rachel Reeves and Scott Bessent ‘argued’ in Washington after chancellor’s Iran war criticism

Ms Reeves reportedly hit back that she did not work for the US treasury secretary

The Independent UK

Mozambique’s economy is failing: the tough policy choices that need to be made urgently

Mozambique is not in total crisis – but it is faltering. There has been no currency crash, no hyperinflation, no bank run. But over the past decade the main indicators of the country’s economic health have severely eroded.

The Conversation

No 10 does not deny Chancellor rowed with US counterpart in Washington meetings

Rachel Reeves had a fierce confrontation with Scott Bessent when she visited the US capital for the IMF’s spring meetings, according to reports.

Evening Standard

Visa Soars Post-Earnings; Outlook Positive Despite AI Risks

Visa's latest earnings were a big win for shares. Despite macro and AI fears, Visa powered ahead, posting its highest growth since 2022.

MarketBeat

Iran War Shock Leaves UK Policymakers Trapped Between Inflation and Recession Risks

The UK economy is threatened by a £35bn loss due to rising energy prices from the Iran conflict, risking recession and high inflation, warns NIESR.

International Business Times UK

The Bahamas Financial Pivot: From Offshore Haven to Digital Hub

IMF research has estimated that automatic exchange agreements reduced cross-border deposits in offshore centres by between sixteen and thirty-three per cent.

International Business Times

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Euronews

Iran war will trigger largest energy price surge since 2022, World Bank warns

The World Bank’s latest Commodity Markets Outlook report predicts a 24% surge in energy prices this year as the Iran war delivers a historic shock to global supply chains.

Euronews

ECB interest rate dilemma: Eurozone growth stalls as Iran war fuels inflation

The European Central Bank faces heightened uncertainty ahead of next week’s rate decision, with President Christine Lagarde warning the "stop-start nature" of the Iran war is making the economic outlook harder to assess.

Euronews

Iran war effects on Europe: Is a recession already unfolding?

The eurozone’s private sector slipped back into contraction in April, marking its weakest performance in nearly a year and a half since November 2024, as the war in Iran hit services and fuelled inflation.

Euronews

Iran war and Strait of Hormuz disruption drive Wall Street shift to 24/7 tokenised markets

Driven by the need to manage risk outside of traditional exchange hours and the desire for greater capital efficiency, major banks and hedge funds are moving towards "always-on" digital infrastructure.

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Fortune

The $100 oil shock is hitting the middle class like a margin call

As gas tops $4 a gallon, Wall Street debates inflation. But middle-class families and female breadwinners are absorbing the shock with little margin left.

International Business Times UK

UK 'On Brink' Of Recession — 250,000 People Could Lose Jobs By Mid-2027 Due To Iran War

EY Item Club warns the UK will 'flirt with recession' as the Iran conflict oil shock pushes unemployment to 5.8 per cent and halves GDP growth forecast.

International Business Times

Large Energy Companies Speed Up Search For New Ventures Far From The Middle East Due To War Uncertainty: Report

Large energy companies are speeding up energy projects far from the Middle East as uncertainty related to the war in Iran lingers, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Major Energy Companies Reportedly Reach Natural Gas Deal With Venezuela

Two major energy companies have reached a deal with Venezuela's interim government to revive production in a large offshore field and begin exporting natural gas, according to a new report.

Fortune

It’s crunch time for Kevin Warsh: Here’s how he might try to begin selling the idea of rate cuts. It requires some complex economic gymnastics

“In a way, one can afford a lower interest rate with a smaller balance sheet.”

Tom’s Guide

Best Prime Video top 10 movies — here are the 3 worth streaming this week (April 20-26)

Our weekly guide to the three best trending movies in Prime Video's top 10 movies list, including a dystopian action-thriller with Glen Powell.

International Business Times UK

IMF US Debt Warning Shows How 'Safety Premium' Collapse Costs UK Homeowners £1,200 More on Mortgages

The rise in US Treasury yields is causing UK mortgage rates to increase by £1,200 annually for homeowners. Learn about the IMF's warnings and what they mean for your financial future.

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