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Global
Geoeconomics

World Rethinks Geoeconomic Calculus in a More Contested Era

June 2, 2026
Economic growth

Industrial Policy Is Adapting to Crises, but Remains Hard to Implement Effectively

May 28, 2026
Fiscal policy and management

Responding to the Energy and Food Price Shock: Getting the Policy Details Right

May 20, 2026
Financial sector stability

Financial Stability Risks Mount as Artificial Intelligence Fuels Cyberattacks

May 7, 2026
Africa
An il image labeled 'BLOG-2099x600-AFR REO-c-IMF Photo' taken by Amanuel Sileshi, showcasing a significant moment or event related to the IMF in the African region. The photograph captures the essence of financial and economic discussions or developments in this local
Economic growth

Sub-Saharan Africa: Steady Growth Amid Fiscal Challenges

November 18, 2025
Fragility and conflict

How to Spur Economic Growth in Africa’s Fragile and Conflict-Affected States

June 5, 2025
Labor

The Clock is Ticking on Sub-Saharan Africa's Urgent Job Creation Challenge

November 12, 2024
Population and demographics

Sub-Saharan Africa's Growth Requires Quality Education for Growing Population

April 25, 2024
Asia and Pacific
Economic growth

Asia's Economic Resilience Is Being Tested by the Energy Shock

April 16, 2026
Economic growth

Asia’s Economic Growth Is Weathering Tariffs and Uncertainty

October 16, 2025
Economic growth

Asia Can Boost Economic Resilience Amid Surging Trade Tensions

April 24, 2025
Artificial intelligence

How Artificial Intelligence Will Affect Asia’s Economies

January 5, 2025
Europe
Economic growth

Reforming Europe Under Pressure

April 17, 2026
Productivity

Europe Can Regain Its Productivity Edge by Scaling Up

March 12, 2026
Artificial intelligence

How Europe Can Capture the AI Growth Dividend

November 20, 2025
Economic growth

A United Europe Can Shape the Global Economy

June 3, 2025
Middle East and Central Asia
Central banks

Central Bank Digital Currencies Can Boost Middle East's Financial Inclusion, Payment Efficiency

June 18, 2024
Economic growth

Scars of Conflict Are Deeper and Longer Lasting in Middle East and Central Asia

June 5, 2024
International trade

More Diversified Trade Can Make Middle East and Central Asia More Resilient

May 13, 2024
Central banks

Higher Interest Rates Testing Banks in Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan

December 14, 2023
Western Hemisphere
Mexico City, Mexico; November 1, 2025: Atmosphere and stalls at the Mercado de la Merced market in Mexico City.
Inflation

Anchored Inflation Expectations Help Latin America Weather the Oil Shock

May 26, 2026
Economic growth

The Middle East War Will Have an Uneven Impact on the Western Hemisphere

April 17, 2026
Artificial intelligence

How Artificial Intelligence Can Boost Productivity in Latin America

March 20, 2025
Fiscal policy and management

Why Latin America Needs Lower Deficits and Stronger Fiscal Rules

December 18, 2024