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April 18, 2017
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In its April 2017 World Economic Outlook, the IMF says the World Economy is gaining speed. Growth rates however remain modest in many countries, with too many risks on the horizon. The right policies should “do no harm” to secure efficient recovery.
May 18, 2020
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Chapter 2 of the World Economic Outlook looks at how advanced economies can best prepare for and respond to economic downturns? Watch an interview with John Bluedorn, co-author of the chapter.
August 8, 2012
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The Special Drawing Right, or SDR, is an international reserve asset created by the IMF to supplement official reserves of member countries. Once added to countries’ official reserves, SDRs can be exchanged for usable currencies like the US dollar.
November 12, 2011
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Press Conference by IMF Managing Director, Christine Lagarde at the Conclusion of Her Visit to Japan
July 8, 2016
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The Special Drawing Right or SDR is an international reserve asset created by the IMF to supplement the official reserves of its member countries and can be exchanged for freely usable currencies.
October 4, 2016
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IMF Economic Counsellor Maury Obstfeld presents the key findings of the 2016 WEO and describes the world economic challenges going forward
October 15, 2020
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IMF Annual Meetings Plenary Speech by Kristalina Georgieva. She calls for action to ensure a durable recovery and resilient future as countries adapt to structural transformations brought on by climate change and the new digital and knowledge economy
April 19, 2017
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IMF works with governments to modernize economic institutions. This helps countries strengthen economies and create jobs. IMF helps countries raise revenues, modernize banking and legal systems, improve forecasting, and enhance reporting of data.
October 14, 2020
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This press briefing by Vitor Gaspar, Director of the Fiscal Affairs Department, will discuss the Fiscal Monitor.
August 2, 2021
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The SDR is an international reserve asset, created by the IMF in 1969 to supplement its member countries’ official reserves. Learn more about SDRs in this short video.
September 20, 2011
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The global economic recovery is slowing, with world growth projected at 4 percent in both 2011 and 2012, the IMF said in its latest forecast. Chief Economist Olivier Blanchard says even this lowered projection counts on a lot going well.
April 10, 2019
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Press Briefing: Fiscal Monitor (FM)
April 14, 2020
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Press Briefing: World Economic Outlook (WEO)
January 28, 2021
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The Fiscal Monitor highlights 5 priorities to enable a green, digital, and inclusive economy.
April 9, 2020
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Confronting the Crisis: Priorities for the Global Economy By Kristalina Georgieva, IMF Managing Director
April 16, 2020
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March 21, 2019
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The IMF helps countries hit by crises by providing them financial support to create breathing room as they implement policies to restore economic stability and growth.
February 3, 2014
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June 5, 2013
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IMF staff who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) share their personal stories, joining millions saying, “It Gets Better!”
October 13, 2020
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Press briefing on the release of the October 2020 World Economic Outlook, A Long and Difficult Ascent. Chief Economist Gita Gopinath summarizes the outlook for the global economy and takes questions from the press.
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