UK faces biggest hit to growth from Iran war of major economies, IMF says

The financial body cuts its growth forecast for the UK and warns the war threatens to throw the global economy "off course".

Global Turmoil Helps Bank Traders Set Records While Pressuring Other Businesses - Bloomberg.com

Global Turmoil Helps Bank Traders Set Records While Pressuring Other Businesses  Bloomberg.com

U.S. Economy Remains Resilient in Face of Iran War, Banks Say - WSJ

U.S. Economy Remains Resilient in Face of Iran War, Banks Say  WSJ

Can global resilience trump disruption?

The world’s economy has managed to withstand a great deal of chaos, but new IMF forecasts show that things could get worse

IMF predicts Iran war will slow economic growth and raise inflation globally

The International Monetary Fund expects the Iran war to slow the global economy and raise inflation. NPR's Michel Martin discusses the forecast with Simon Johnson, a former IMF chief economist.

By Michel Martin

Economists at IMF issue stark warning that Iran war could tip world toward recession - CNN

Economists at IMF issue stark warning that Iran war could tip world toward recession  CNN

UK economy faces hardest hit from Iran war of G7, says IMF - The Times

UK economy faces hardest hit from Iran war of G7, says IMF  The Times

US urges IMF, World Bank to abandon climate finance goals

The climate-denialist Trump administration is pushing the World Bank and International Monetary Fund to stop focusing on clean energy development projects. We take a closer look. But first: Russia vows to make up for any shortfall in Chinese oil supplies due to the US-Israeli war on Iran, and crude prices fall on hopes of renewed peace talks.

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IMF projections for Serbia: Economic growth to slow to 2.8%, year-end inflation at 5.2%

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects that Serbia’s economic growth will slow to 2.8 percent this year, with inflation expected to hit 5.2 pe

Indonesia finance chief takes his growth bet to a world on edge - The Straits Times

Indonesia finance chief takes his growth bet to a world on edge  The Straits Times

India will remain fastest-growing major economy in 2026 and 2027, predicts IMF

India’s inflation is expected to pick up moderately, rising to 4.7% in 2026 from 3.3% in 2025, before easing back to 4% in 2027.

Cyprus growth to slow as IMF warns of global risks

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported that Cyprus will record real GDP growth of 3.8 per cent in 2025 and 3 per cent in 2026, even as global economic risks intensify due to the war in the Middle East. The projections place Cyprus among the stronger performing economies, despite a broader slowdown expected across […]

Finance Minister Aurangzeb meets with US commerce secretary, participates in IMF panel

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has met with the United States’ commerce secretary to discuss ways to boost bilateral economic partnership and briefed an International Monetary Fund (IMF) official about the Middle East conflict’s economic impact on Pakistan, the finance ministry said on Wednesday. Aurangzeb arrived in Washington on Monday to represent Pakistan at the World Bank Group and IMF Spring Meetings 2026. During his visit, the finance czar was expected to participate in over 50 hi...

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China to grow 4.4% in 2026, IMF forecasts - China Daily - Global Edition

China to grow 4.4% in 2026, IMF forecasts  China Daily - Global Edition

IMF cuts MENA growth forecast to 1.1% on Iran war - Arab News

IMF cuts MENA growth forecast to 1.1% on Iran war  Arab News

IMF lifts Malaysia’s 2026 growth outlook to 4.7pc, 4.3pc in 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its projection for Malaysia's real g...

MIDDLE EAST CRISIS: IMF cuts growth forecast for Nigeria’s economy to 4.1% 

•Cites, higher fuel, fertiliser prices, increased shipping costs By Babajide Komolafe, Economy Editor The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered its growth forecast for Nigeria’s economic growth to 4.1 percent in 2026,  citing higher fuel, fertilizer prices and increased shipping costs triggered by the impact of the ongoing Middle East crisis.  The latest forecast for Nigeria […] The post MIDDLE EAST CRISIS: IMF cuts growth forecast for Nigeria’s economy to 4.1%  appeared first on Vang...

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IMF halves Romania’s 2026 growth forecast to 0.7%

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BoG Governor Johnson Asiama pushes for step-changes to IMF support for member countries

Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, is calling for major reforms in how the International Monetary Fund (IMF) supports member countries, especially in Africa.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

Kazakhstan Shows Resilience as IMF Cuts Global Growth Forecast to 3.1%

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Despite a downgrade in global economic prospects, Kazakhstan is expected to maintain solid growth momentum, according to the latest April 14 report from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). While the IMF has lowered its global GDP growth forecast for 2026 to 3.1%, the outlook for Kazakhstan remains comparatively strong, highlighting the country’s resilience… The post Kazakhstan Shows Resilience as ...

By Fatima Kemelova

Growth, finance, debt and the IMF: The Minister of the Economy explains... - Seneweb

Growth, finance, debt and the IMF: The Minister of the Economy explains...  Seneweb