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Nigeria's Fiscal Crisis Forced Creative Revenue Solutions
Nigeria's central bank governor reveals how fiscal crisis pushed the country to diversify beyond oil revenues.
Allafrica · 1m

Ghana Economy Grows 7.4% in July
Ghana's economy grew 7.4% in July, driven by services, as US investors watch recovery progress.
The Rio Times · 1m

Senegal Budget Deficit Set at 4.7% Next Year
Senegal's budget deficit drops to 4.7% of GDP in 2027 after 7.6% in 2026, with interest costs eating nearly all the gap.
The Rio Times · 1m

IMF urges Nigeria to target subsidy savings for poor
IMF says Nigeria must direct subsidy reform savings to vulnerable citizens.
Premium Times Nigeria · 1m
France needs time to fix finances, IMF warns
Rising borrowing costs and political gridlock threaten France's fiscal recovery as the IMF and ECB urge action before investor confidence erodes further.
RFI · 1m

G20 gathers as Iran war clouds outlook
Finance ministers and central bankers meet in Bangkok amid global uncertainty shaped by the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
Al Jazeera · 1m

CoreWeave bonds plunge, yield hits 15%
CoreWeave bonds plunge as yield hits 15%, warning for AI infrastructure financing.
BigGo Finance · 1m

Aurangzeb meets IMF on fuel subsidies
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb discusses targeted fuel subsidies with IMF official during Bangkok meeting.
Dawn · 2m

Argentina Inflation Rises to 1.9% in September
Argentina's inflation edged up 1.9% in September, lifting annual rate to 33.4%.
Buenos Aires Times · 1m

Kenya Economy Estimate Rises to US$151 Billion
IMF updates Kenya's 2026 economy to US$151.2 billion, boosting its East African standing.
The Rio Times · 1m

Venezuela Inflation Hits 467% This Year
IMF forecasts Venezuela's inflation at 467.9% for 2026, highest in Latin America.
The Rio Times · 1m

IMF Slashes Argentina's 2026 Growth Forecast
IMF cuts Argentina's 2026 growth forecast to 2.1% from 4% amid rising inflation and unemployment.
Buenos Aires Times · 1m

UK Growth Forecast Upgraded
IMF says UK economy grows 1.3% in 2026 before energy prices slow it next year.
BBC News · 1m

Pakistan's Finance Minister Targets Asian Bonds for Funding
Pakistan's finance minister plans to issue Chinese yuan and Japanese samurai bonds to diversify funding after IMF programs.
Nikkei Asia · 1m

IMF warns poorer nations face spending cuts due to Iran war energy shock
IMF says poorer countries must cut spending or face debt restructuring as Iran war spikes energy costs.
Malay Mail · 1m

IMF Raises 2026 Growth Forecast to 3.1% on AI Investment
IMF boosts 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1% as AI investment offsets Middle East war damage.
TokenPost · 1m

IMF Predicts BOJ Rate Hikes to 0.7% Growth
IMF forecasts Bank of Japan rate hikes toward neutral level as 2026 growth slows to 0.7%.
BigGo Finance · 1m

IMF Lowers Latin America Growth, Raises South Korea
IMF cuts Latin America growth forecast to 2.3% while boosting South Korea to 3.3% on AI exports.
BigGo Finance · 1m

IMF Chief Links AI Investment to Growth and Job Tsunami
IMF chief says AI spending fuels growth while triggering a 40% job disruption tsunami.
Startup Fortune · 1m

AI spending is propping up global growth at 3%, IMF warns
The IMF says artificial intelligence infrastructure investment is sustaining world economic growth, but the technology poses risks to jobs and inequality.
The Next Web · 1m
IMF chief warns of AI threat to jobs and taxes
IMF chief warns AI could disrupt jobs and tax systems.
The Japan Times · 1m
IMF Chief Warns AI Threat to Jobs and Taxes
IMF chief says AI is a 'slow-moving tsunami' for jobs and taxes, urging immediate action.
The Straits Times · 1m

IMF Bangkok Meeting Focuses on Inflation, AI, Climate
Global finance leaders meet in Bangkok to tackle inflation, AI and climate challenges.
Nikkei Asia · 1m

Foreign Powers and Investors in Ghana 2026
Ghana's debt restructuring with IMF and China reshapes its economy and foreign relations.
The Rio Times · 1m

Foreign Powers and Investors in Kenya 2026
Kenya's foreign lenders, investors, and diaspora reshape economic and security ties with the US, China, and global markets.
The Rio Times · 2m

Thailand Economic Test
Thailand faces economic challenge 30 years after IMF rescue.
The Japan Times · 1m

Bessent skips IMF and World Bank meetings
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will skip Bangkok IMF and World Bank meetings.
Nikkei Asia · 1m
Colombia Struggles with IMF Lending
Colombia faces hurdles meeting IMF commitments amid fiscal crisis.
The Straits Times · 1m
IMF and Pakistan Secure $1.21 Billion Bailout
IMF and Pakistan reach tentative $1.21 billion bailout deal amid economic strain.
Dw · 1m

IMF Warns of Tough 2027 Economy
IMF chief urges global leaders to act now on economic risks for 2027.
Foreign Policy · 1m

IMF Chief Warns on Japan and U.S. Rates
IMF chief says Japan and U.S. long-term rates remain dangerously high.
The Japan Times · 1m

IMF urges Argentina to share growth benefits
IMF says Argentina must share economic gains with workers after recent progress.
Buenos Aires Times · 1m
Bolivia Approves $1.9 Billion IMF Deal
Bolivia's government secures $1.9 billion IMF loan to tackle economic crisis amid fuel subsidy cuts.
Seattletimes · 1m

Milei's Paris Push and Argentina's Moves
President Milei lands in Paris with $75bn 'bazooka' pledge for re-election amid investor rallies and legal battles.
Buenos Aires Times · 2m

Bolivia IMF Loan Approved
IMF releases US$214 million for Bolivia's economic stability.
The Rio Times · 1m

IMF tells Australia to cut spending as rates may rise
The International Monetary Fund downgraded Australia's growth forecast and warned interest rates could climb higher unless governments rein in spending.
the Guardian · 1m