Chile: 2007 Article IV Consultation: Staff Report; Public Information Notice on the Executive Board Discussion; and Statement by the Executive Director for Chile

Publication Date:

September 26, 2007

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

This 2007 Article IV Consultation highlights that the Chilean economy is enjoying a broad-based upswing, fueled by a strong global environment and buoyant domestic demand. Underpinned by supportive fiscal and monetary policies, GDP growth is expected to reach 5¾ percent in 2007, above the estimated potential growth rate of about 5 percent. Buoyant credit growth and strengthening labor market conditions continue to boost consumer spending and solid corporate profits. The authorities have advanced a broad structural reform agenda. The government has also launched initiatives to boost education, strengthen job-specific human capital, and promote innovation.

Series:

Country Report No. 2007/333

Subject:

Notes:

See a Video Clip about this consultation

Frequency:

Annually

English

Publication Date:

September 26, 2007

ISBN/ISSN:

9781451951561/1934-7685

Stock No:

1CHLEA2007003

Pages:

49

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