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🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The electoral defeats of PSOE: claims to be the 'champion of public services' in regions where it reduces its funding due to the questioned pact with Junqueras by the IMF

The PSOE party claims to champion public services in regions like Castilla y León, despite implementing funding reductions that contradict their campaign messages.

Mar 22 • 01:08 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: a new report confirms the uncontrolled increase in the payroll in the public service

A recent report confirms a significant increase in the payroll for civil servants in the Democratic Republic of Congo, rising from $2.75 billion in 2021 to an estimated $4.58 billion in 2025.

Mar 21 • 03:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The IMF cuts Spain's growth forecast to 2.1% this year due to the war in Iran

The IMF has reduced its growth forecast for Spain to 2.1% for this year, attributing the change to the impact of the war in Iran.

Mar 20 • 17:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The IMF asks Spain to lift the rent cap and warns that the "deterioration of housing affordability requires more robust action"

The IMF urges Spain to remove rent caps citing their negative impact on housing supply and stresses the need for immediate action to address declining housing affordability.

Mar 20 • 17:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

IMF raises concern over global inflation, output over Iran war

The IMF is closely monitoring the potential economic impacts of the Iran war, particularly concerning global inflation and output.

Mar 19 • 17:58 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The Danger of $100: The IMF outlines the contours of an impending economic crisis due to the war on Iran

The IMF warns of an impending economic crisis due to escalating energy prices from the ongoing war on Iran, which has disrupted oil and gas shipments.

Mar 19 • 15:29 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The IMF highlights that Argentina is already cushioning shocks thanks to the energy boom

The IMF reports that Argentina is managing to mitigate external shocks due to its energy boom, while discussions on the second review of the agreement with the IMF progress.

Mar 19 • 15:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The IMF states that Argentina is coping "relatively well" with the effects of the war, but warns about the impact of global financial conditions

The IMF has indicated that Argentina is managing the effects of the war with Iran relatively well while cautioning about the implications of global financial conditions.

Mar 19 • 15:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Ukraine's parliament is delaying the execution of IMF-required homework for loan receipt

Ukraine's parliament is hesitating to approve tax reforms that are prerequisites for a €7 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund, as the government struggles to gain legislative support amid the difficult economic situation.

Mar 19 • 14:38 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

The IMF warns: The world is sinking into a debt swamp

The IMF warns that global government debt is reaching alarming levels, projected to exceed 100% of global GDP by the end of the decade.

Mar 19 • 06:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

The IMF warns: The world is sinking in a swamp of debt

The IMF warns that global sovereign debt has reached alarming levels, poised to exceed 100% of global GDP by the end of the decade.

Mar 19 • 06:20 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

IMF team begins meetings in Kyiv: what will be discussed

A team from the IMF has initiated discussions in Kyiv with Ukrainian officials, focusing on macroeconomic policies and necessary reforms amid unpopular tax increases.

Mar 18 • 13:23 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Senegal: Senegal's Crisis - Why Debt Restructuring May Be the Least Bad Option

Senegal is experiencing a significant debt crisis, with high debt levels and expensive servicing costs prompting a need for restructuring, which the government has ruled out.

Mar 17 • 07:31 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

External Debt: Senegal Avoids Default and Settles Part of Its Claims

Senegal has successfully avoided a payment default by settling nearly half a billion dollars in international debt obligations this week, indicating a positive turn for its financial recovery efforts with the IMF.

Mar 15 • 04:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Milei is like Houdini: every time he is in trouble, he seems to escape," says a former IMF economist

Maurice Obstfeld, a former IMF chief economist, suggests that Argentina should expedite its transition to a floating exchange rate system rather than rely on U.S. support.

Mar 15 • 03:01 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Senegal makes $471 Million debt payment but faces tough times ahead

Senegal has successfully made a $471 million debt payment, averting default, but faces significant challenges including civil unrest and budget cuts.

Mar 14 • 13:24 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Preparing for Shock in an Unstable World: A Q&A with the IMF Head

The IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva discusses the implications of rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions for the global economy in an interview with Asahi Shimbun.

Mar 13 • 19:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Uncertainty Becomes a New Normal in the Middle East Crisis" - Interview with the IMF Managing Director

The IMF Managing Director, Kristalina Georgieva, expressed concerns over the increasing uncertainty in global economic stability due to the Middle East crisis and rising oil prices in a recent interview.

Mar 13 • 09:54 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Gabon officially requests a program from the IMF

Gabon has officially requested a program from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) following discussions that highlighted the potential benefits of ongoing reforms for preserving macroeconomic stability.

Mar 12 • 19:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
World

Prepare for the unthinkable. The head of the IMF warned of the impact of prolonged conflicts in the Middle East

The head of the IMF has issued a warning about the economic consequences of ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"It Is Devouring Electricity": the IMF's Warning About the Pollution Generated by Artificial Intelligence

The IMF warns that the expanding infrastructure needed for artificial intelligence is consuming significant resources and has serious environmental consequences.

Mar 11 • 18:03 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Gabon asks IMF for new arrangement in a bid to stabilize finances

Gabon has requested a new financial arrangement with the IMF following previous suspension issues related to its credit facility.

Mar 11 • 14:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

In the midst of the global impact, the IMF recommended that countries accelerate the purchase of reserves to avoid exchange rate tensions

The IMF recommends countries, especially emerging and developing economies, to bolster their international reserves to mitigate external shocks and currency volatility.

Mar 9 • 20:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The IMF urges governments worldwide to 'prepare for the unthinkable' amid the war in the Middle East

The IMF's Kristalina Georgieva has called on global governments to brace for extreme scenarios due to escalating geopolitical conflicts, particularly in the Middle East.

Mar 9 • 17:16 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Alarm from the IMF for the Middle East: Prepare for the unthinkable

The head of the International Monetary Fund warns that prolonged conflicts in the Middle East could harm global markets and economies, urging policymakers to prepare for new challenges.

Mar 9 • 11:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Crisis in Pakistan Due to Middle East War! Oil Import Bill May Skyrocket

Pakistan's economy is facing a severe crisis as the Middle East conflict may cause monthly oil import bills to balloon to $600 million, prompting the government to seek alternative plans.

Mar 9 • 04:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Caputo asks the Fund to postpone the compliance with the reserve accumulation target

The Argentine government seeks to delay its reserve targets with the IMF by establishing an annual goal instead of the current semi-annual compliance requirements.

Mar 8 • 23:40 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: The government acknowledges delays in civil servants' salary payments

The Congolese government admits to delays in salary payments for civil servants due to cash flow issues.

Mar 8 • 05:29 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The darkest night: this is how the IMF let go of Argentina in March 1976

The article discusses how the IMF's support for Argentina diminished during the economic turmoil in early 1976, highlighting minister Antonio Cafiero's urgent requests for financial assistance.

Mar 7 • 11:41 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Venezuela's inflation ended at 475 percent last year

In 2022, Venezuela recorded the highest inflation rate in the world at 475 percent, significantly surpassing IMF predictions.

Mar 7 • 01:43 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

IMF expects talks with Zambia on new financial package to start in April

The IMF is set to begin discussions with Zambia regarding a new financial package in April, with a formal agreement projected to follow after the August elections.

Mar 6 • 15:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Africa's economic growth will surpass that of Asia for the first time in decades. How much does the population reach?

The IMF predicts that Africa's economic growth will surpass that of Asia for the first time in decades due to demographic factors, resource extraction, and reforms.

Mar 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Behind the anger in the UIA, the future of the SIDE, and the concern of the IMF

Industrial leaders express growing frustration with government policies and criticisms from Javier Milei in a recent UIA meeting in Argentina.

Mar 6 • 00:46 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In case of ‘slips’: Mexico has a financial ‘lifeline’ of 280 billion dollars for 2026, says Treasury

Mexico has a financial lifeline worth $280 billion set for 2026, as reported by the Secretary of the Treasury, Edgar Amador.

Mar 5 • 18:13 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The IMF Director Warns About the Global Economic Impact if the War Prolongs

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva cautions that an extended conflict in the Middle East could severely disrupt global economic recovery.

Mar 5 • 15:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

Middle East war testing global economic resilience, IMF chief warns

The IMF chief warns that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is putting global economic resilience to the test, potentially affecting energy prices, market sentiment, and inflation.

Mar 5 • 10:15 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Georgieva: "With this conflict, energy security is at stake"

Kristalina Georgieva, the IMF director, emphasizes the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on global economic resilience and energy security.

Mar 5 • 08:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

IMF Director says the global economy is being 'tested once again' by the war in the Middle East

The IMF Director, Kristalina Georgieva, stated that the global economy is facing significant challenges due to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East during a conference in Bangkok.

Mar 5 • 04:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

The impact of the war against Iran on the global economy will depend on the duration of the conflict, says IMF

The IMF warns that the duration of the conflict in the Middle East will significantly influence its impact on the global economy, particularly through energy prices and regional industrial damage.

Mar 3 • 19:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

IMF Official: The Economic Impact of the War in the Middle East Will Depend on Its Duration, Damage, and Energy Costs

The economic impact of the war in the Middle East will largely depend on its duration and the extent of damages, particularly regarding energy prices, according to a senior IMF official.

Mar 3 • 17:22 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Senegal PM Sonko threatens exit from government amid rift with President Faye

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko threatens to withdraw his party from the government if President Bassirou Diomaye Faye does not adhere to their shared vision, amid growing tensions and economic uncertainty in the country.

Mar 3 • 14:22 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Ukraine receives IMF cash cushion as huge funding gap remains unsolved

Ukraine has received a $1.5 billion payment from the IMF, but is still facing a significant funding gap as it awaits approval for a crucial European loan.

Mar 3 • 10:57 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine receives first tranche of US$1.5bn from new IMF programme

Ukraine has received the first $1.5 billion installment from the International Monetary Fund as part of a new financial aid program aimed at supporting the country's budget and macroeconomic stability.

Mar 3 • 07:12 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Inflation, privatizations, IMF, dollar and fiscal innocence: Luis Caputo's definitions for the second half of Milei's mandate

Luis Caputo, Argentina's Minister of Economy, outlines his economic strategy for the upcoming months, predicting a decrease in inflation and emphasizing fiscal balance amidst recent economic pressures.

Mar 2 • 15:44 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Central Bank pays US$1000 million of the Bopreal with part of the reserves it bought this year

The Central Bank of Argentina is paying US$1000 million related to the Bopreal bonds today using part of the reserves it acquired earlier this year.

Mar 2 • 03:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Central Bank faces the payment of US$ 1 billion in bonds with companies and importers

Argentina's Central Bank is set to pay US$ 990 million in bond maturities while engaged in negotiations for an IMF disbursement of US$ 1 billion.

Mar 1 • 22:17 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

IMF approves $8.1 billion loan for Kiev

The IMF has approved an $8.1 billion loan for Ukraine to help address its acute budget deficit amid ongoing financial challenges, although additional support from other donors remains uncertain.

Feb 27 • 20:34 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

IMF on Ukraine: Structural reform package in the framework of the $8.1 billion loan

The IMF has emphasized the need for Ukraine to implement structural reforms agreed upon for an $8.1 billion loan package.

Feb 27 • 15:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Tax reforms, anti-corruption, and billions of dollars: Ukraine's new agreement with the IMF

Ukraine has secured a new four-year Extended Fund Facility (EFF) with the IMF worth $8.1 billion, which requires the implementation of key reforms to address macroeconomic stability and corruption.

Feb 27 • 11:52 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The International Monetary Fund approved a loan for Ukraine for $8.1 billion

The International Monetary Fund has approved an $8.1 billion loan to support Ukraine's economy amidst ongoing challenges.

Feb 27 • 06:41 UTC

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