Kenyan president withdraws tax bill after violent protests leave 23 dead Police in Kenya brace for more protests as calls for Ruto’s resignation grows The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2024
IMF suggests taxing CO2 emissions caused by AI Noting its potentially negative impacts on the labor force, the IMF is prepared to explore restrictions on AI, including taxation. TechRadar · Jun 18, 2024
Mauritius’ next growth phase: a new plan is needed as the tax haven era fades Mauritians will head to the polls by November 2024 and politicians are considering the economic direction of the island country. The Conversation · Jun 17, 2024
Situation in Sudan's El Fasher a 'disaster', former MSF chief warns In tonight's edition: As the World Health Organization warns of the prospect of mass starvation in war-stricken Sudan, we speak to the former director of Médecins Sans Frontières about the devastation being wrought on the Darfuri city of El Fasher. Also, as Ghana moves a step closer to unlocking millions… France 24 · Jun 12, 2024
Russia test: Will Pakistan attend the Ukraine peace summit? Pakistan insists it has stayed neutral on Russia’s war on Ukraine. But it now faces a difficult choice. Al Jazeera · Jun 11, 2024
Fiscal tussle: who will win the battle to put up taxes the least? The Conservatives and Labour are embroiled in a fight to woo voters with promises to keep rates of tax low The Guardian - UK · May 30, 2024
IMF Upgrades China's Economic Forecast, Calls For Consumer-Friendly Reforms IMF upgrades China's growth forecast to 5%, emphasizing consumer-friendly reforms for sustained high-quality growth. Risks ahead include declining growth r... Top News · May 29, 2024
Stock Index Futures Plunge as Bond Yields Climb on Rate Fears, U.S. Inflation Data Awaited June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM24) are down -0.53%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM24) are down -0.58% this morning as U.S. Treasury yields continued to rise following weak debt auctions, resilient consumer confidence data, and hawkish comments from a Federal Reserve official, while investors braced for key U.S.… Barchart · May 29, 2024
Stock Index Futures Plunge as Bond Yields Climb, U.S. Inflation Data Awaited June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM24) are down -0.58%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM24) are down -0.65% this morning as U.S. Treasury yields continued to rise following weak debt auctions and hawkish comments from a Federal Reserve official, while investors braced for key U.S. inflation data later this… Barchart · May 29, 2024
IMF upgrades its forecast for China's economy, but says reforms are needed to support growth The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its forecast for China's economy, while warning that reforms are needed to sustain growth The Independent UK · May 29, 2024
IMF Lifts China Growth Forecast But Warns On Industrial Policy The International Monetary Fund on Wednesday raised its yearly growth forecast for China, but warned that Beijing's industrial policy risks a "misallocation" of resources and could harm trade. International Business Times · May 29, 2024
IMF Cautions On Timing Of UK Rate Cut The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday said the Bank of England should be mindful over when to start cutting interest rates or risk harming an economy recently out of recession. International Business Times · May 21, 2024
Maldives Gets IMF Debt Warning As More Chinese Loans Loom Since winning office last year, President Mohamed Muizzu has reoriented the atoll nation -- known for its upmarket beach resorts and celebrity vacationers -- away from traditional benefactor India and towards Beijing. International Business Times · May 13, 2024
World Bank and IMF can press Ghana to rethink ‘punitive’ LGBTQ law, charities say Charities and campaign groups are calling on bodies to say they may stop funding country if legislation comes into effect The Guardian - UK · May 11, 2024
Top News · Apr 20, 2024 IMF Urges Italy And France To Cut Spending, Germany To Invest IMF advises Italy and France to cut spending, while urging Germany to increase fiscal stimulus measures to address economic challenges in Europe.
Top News · Apr 18, 2024 IMF Warns Of Stubborn Inflation And Rising Government Debt IMF chief raises concerns about global economy resilience, focusing on inflation, debts, and productivity challenges.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 17, 2024 Climate finance and debt relief loom large at World Bank, IMF meetings The urgent issues of climate financing and global inequality will underpin this week’s spring meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund – coming amid growing calls for a shake-up of those institutions to avoid a climate-driven “economic catastrophe”.
AAP · Apr 16, 2024 Budget clouded by global wars and weak economic growth Treasurer Jim Chalmers will use talks in Washington to take the temperature of the global economy as he puts the finishing touches on his third federal budget.
Top News · Apr 15, 2024 US Treasury Notes Progress In Multilateral Bank Reforms US Treasury acknowledges progress in IMF and World Bank reforms, emphasizing the need for ongoing improvements in multilateral financial institutions.
International Business Times · Apr 15, 2024 Debt And Climate Back On IMF, WB Spring Meetings Agenda The spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank are due to open Tuesday, with two clear objectives: help countries combat climate change, and assist the most indebted nations.
Top News · Apr 13, 2024 IMF, World Bank, And IDB Reports Signal Expanded Lending Potential IMF, World Bank, and IDB reports emphasize increasing emergency capital to support countries in responding to crises and promoting sustainable development.
Top News · Apr 11, 2024 IMF Warns Of Potential Lackluster Global Growth In 2020S Global economic growth projections, debt challenges, and geopolitical tensions impact the economic outlook. IMF warns of 'Tepid Twenties' without correctiv...
International Business Times · Apr 4, 2024 IMF Chief Georgieva Sole Candidate In Reelection Process The International Monetary Fund confirmed Thursday that its current managing director is the only candidate to lead the global financial institution once her first term expires later this year.
International Business Times · Mar 14, 2024 IMF Chief Georgieva Says 'Available To Serve' For Second Term The managing director of the International Monetary Fund has told AFP she is making herself "available to serve" for a second five-year term running the Washington-based financial institution, shortly after she received the backing of European finance ministers.
France 24 · Feb 29, 2024 ‘Vote-thief!’: Imran Khan allies protest 'rigged election' as Pakistan swears in new parliament Pakistan's National Assembly swore in newly elected members on Thursday in a chaotic scene, as allies of jailed former Premier Imran Khan protested what they claim was a rigged election.