Greece's economy projected to grow 2.1% in 2025, IMF says
Greece's economy is projected to grow 2.1% in 2025, mainly driven by investment, the International Monetary Fund mission said on Thursday, adding that any crisis in major euro area countries as well as global uncertainties could hamper growth.
IMF proposes debt ceiling strategy for South Africa to tackle unsustainable debt
Projections from the National Treasury reveal that South Africa's government debt, currently standing at R5. 2 trillion, is expected to exceed R6. 05 trln, constituting 75. 5% of gross domestic product (GDP) by the 2025/26 financial year.

Lawmakers in El Salvador Rush New Bitcoin Reform

Lawmakers in El Salvador rush new bitcoin reform after IMF deal
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El Salvador Rushes to Approve Bitcoin Law Amendment to Comply With IMF Loan Terms
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El Salvador Loosens Bitcoin Mandate Amidst IMF Loan
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Milei’s 2025 challenges: Between Argentina's mid-term elections and the IMF
The author thanks Ignacio Albe, Olivier Blanchard, Martina Copelman, Joseph Gagnon, José de Gregorio, Patrick Honohan, Douglas Irwin, Maurice Obstfeld, and other PIIE colleagues for their comments and suggestions.
IMF Mission Expected in Pakistan by March for First Review
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Thursday that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission is likely to visit Pakistan by the end of February
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IMF sees steady global growth, but warns that Trump tariff, tax and deportation plans cloud outlook
The International Monetary Fund expects the world economy to grow a little faster and inflation to keep falling this year.
IMF's board approves second review of Ethiopia's $3.4 billion program
The executive board of the International Monetary Fund on Friday approved the second review of Ethiopia's current financing program, the fund said, paving the way for a disbursement of about $250 million.
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IMF Executive Board Concludes 2024 Article IV Consultation with South Africa
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with South Africa.
Pakistan cannot risk exiting IMF programme with USD 100 billion external financing needs: Minister
Islamabad, Jan 30 (PTI) A minister said Pakistan cannot afford the risk of exiting the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme with USD 100 billion in external financing requirements in the short to medium term.
U.S. economy continues to outperform the rest of the world, IMF says
The U.S. economy will continue to be the developed world’s best performer in 2025 giving President-elect Donald Trump a running start on his plan to spur faster growth, the International Monetary Fund said.
Russia’s Sanctioned IMF Director Set to Move to Washington
Russia’s representative to the International Monetary Fund’s executive board has received permission by Washington to move to the US, a reprieve from sanctions imposed in response to the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Sri Lanka eases vehicle import ban, but can people afford a new car?
Sri Lanka is set to relax a ban on some vehicle imports in a sign the country is returning to normal after a severe economic crisis that toppled a president. From 1 February, imports of buses, trucks and utility vehicles will be allowed to resume,