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Venezuela to tap IMF reserve assets for quake reconstruction, Bloomberg News reports

Venezuela is planning to utilize $200 million from its $4.5 billion IMF Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) to fund reconstruction efforts following recent earthquakes. The government intends to establish a dedicated fund for rebuilding damaged infrastructure, hospitals, and housing. This move comes after the IMF restored Venezuela's access to these funds…

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IMF says it will take time for energy, commodity prices to normalize after US-Iran deal

The IMF notes a decline in energy and commodity prices following a ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz, though full normalization will take time. While inflationary expectations remain anchored, the Fund is particularly concerned about developing nations, especially in Africa, that are net energy importers. India's domestic demand is robust,…

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Pakistan's Gen Z taking to investing in stocks in big way, claim stock managers

Pakistan's Gen Z is driving new accounts on the stock exchange, making up 41% of openings in FY25-26. Despite this surge, overall investment remains low compared to neighbours. Financial analysts attribute the growing interest to strong market returns and improved investor confidence, bolstered by IMF support and foreign deposits. The…

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Can the IMF help Africa break the debt cycle? {Business Africa}

Can the International Monetary Fund finally help Africa break out of its multi-generational loop of rescue and repayment and here is how Nigerian businesses are using stablecoins to bypass traditional banks to fight inflation.

Euronews

IMF to closely monitor China’s economic growth amid trade tensions

An accurate measurement of China's digital economy is a priority for other powers competing with Beijing in fast-developing technologies.

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Poland's Top Economist: Germany’s economy needs “bold revolutionary approach”

Germany is Europe's largest economy. Poland is Europe's most successful one. For economist Marcin Piątkowski, that sounds like a "match made in heaven." In an interview with Euronews, he explains what Germany can learn from Poland's remarkable economic success story.

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Has Sri Lanka recovered from its economic collapse? Three years after the crisis

Sri Lanka, once a symbol of economic collapse, has achieved remarkable stabilisation. Fuel shortages and soaring inflation have receded, with economic growth returning and tourism booming. While international lenders praise the IMF-backed reforms, significant challenges like high public debt and low investment persist, indicating recovery is still incomplete and transformation…

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US President Donald Trump's Iran war weighs on G7 economies, but don't expect hard talk in France

Global economic leaders gather in France amid rising inflation and oil prices. A recent deal between the U.S. and Iran offers optimism, but the war's economic impact persists. Central banks have raised interest rates. G7 nations aim to avoid conflict with U.S. President Donald Trump, focusing on narrower economic issues.…

The Economic Times

Finance survived the quantum threat by preparing early. Mythos won't make it so easy

Anthropic's Claude Mythos model has put a new item on the agenda for business-critical technology.

TechRadar

Development banks must evolve

Multilateral development banks (MDBs), chief among them the World Bank, were established to provide capital to developing countries that couldn't raise it at home or on affordable terms abroad. For decades, they filled that gap. But as more countries move from low- to middle-income status (according to the World Bank's…

Bangkok Post

IMF chief says no global slowdown in sight yet, but risks are high

The global economy is holding strong despite the Middle East war. Commodity prices and inflation have risen, but a global slowdown is not yet evident. The IMF chief noted a recent agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. An updated economic forecast is due soon. The IMF previously outlined scenarios…

The Economic Times

Global uncertainty is the new normal. Here’s why institutional legitimacy and resilience is crucial

The world has never had more data, more models, or more economists. It has rarely felt more out of control. Uncertainty, not risk, has become the defining condition of our era. Central bankers invoke it. Political leaders use it to defer decisions and justify extraordinary decisions. Academics are struggling to…

The Conversation

India introduces PPI for goods and services, begins shift from WPI

India has launched Producer Price Index data for goods and services. This move aims to provide a clearer picture of price changes from a producer's viewpoint. The government plans to phase out Wholesale Price Index numbers within five years. This aligns with international practices and IMF recommendations. The new PPI…

The Economic Times

The passion and resurrection of Kaja Kallas

In her weekly newsletter, Euronews’ Europe editor Maria Tadeo reports on the week from hell for the EU’s top diplomat and her plan to salvage the European diplomatic service, plus Pope Leo’s apostolic journey in Spain and the Eurogroup meeting in Luxembourg.

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Pakistan budget raises defence spending, squeezes development to meet IMF goals

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb told parliament the government would allocate 3 trillion rupees for defence in the fiscal year starting July, up 18% from the outgoing year, while setting federal development spending at 1 trillion rupees.

Euronews

Newsletter: EU’s historic migration overhaul enters into force

In this newsletter: Exclusive interviews with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and the European Commissioner for Migration Magnus Brunner.

Euronews

Russia 'lost standing’ despite ‘a breather’ from higher oil prices, IMF chief says

While Russia has emerged as one of the very few winners from the recent disruptions to the global oil market amid the Iran war, this is not enough to offset the hit of sanctions and isolation, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) told Euronews.

The Economic Times

IMF cuts eurozone growth forecasts again on energy inflation risks

The International Monetary Fund has issued a stark warning. The ongoing Middle East conflict is impacting eurozone growth more than previously anticipated. Energy price surges are expected to slow economic expansion. Inflation is also projected to climb higher. Consumer confidence may weaken, leading to reduced spending.

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IMF warns against further relaxation of euro area fiscal rules

The IMF has urged euro area countries to tighten their fiscal policies rather than relaxing them further in response to the energy crisis, with an extra adjustment effort required from high-debt nations.

Fortune

Saudi economy redraws ambitions—‘going local’ is the new buzz phrase

After a decade of dizzying investments, Saudi Arabia is now focused on domestic priorities.

AAP

IMF approves $A231m in funding for Papua New Guinea

The International Monetary Fund sees growth in Papua New Guinea easing to 3.8 per cent in ‌2026 from an estimated 5.6 per cent in 2025.

The Conversation

When global trade becomes a weapon, how can African economies protect themselves?

“Today, everyone recognises that trade is as much a security issue as an economic one.”

The Guardian - UK

A good life for the 99% isn’t a pipe dream: it can be done. Here’s how

Our plan is radical – but by transforming how we live on a finite planet, nearly everyone gains, says Thomas Piketty and researchers from the World Inequality Lab

Fortune

OECD warns of 'scarring effects,' recession scenarios—but finds 'no signs of widespread labour displacement' from AI

The real problem for AI adoption, the global body says: "a lack of workers with digital skills emerging as a barrier to the adoption of AI technologies."

The Economic Times

Fuel price shield helping India and consumers to tackle West Asia crisis: Gita Gopinath

India is already cushioning the economy from the West Asia crisis. Gita Gopinath, former IMF Deputy Managing Director, states the government is limiting fuel price hikes. This acts as an implicit subsidy. She advises more targeted support for vulnerable households and businesses instead of broad fuel subsidies. This approach helps…

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