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News & Publications
Even as Global Uncertainty Surges, Economic Sentiment Remains Positive
Amid rising geopolitical rifts and trade tensions, global economic uncertainty has surged, yet sentiment about economic prospects remains positive
Asia’s Economic Growth Is Weathering Tariffs and Uncertainty
The region has proved unexpectedly resilient, aided by a front-loading of exports, technology investment, and policy support. To sustain strong and durable growth, it must now rebalance more toward domestic demand and deepen regional integration.
Growth of Nonbanks is Revealing New Financial Stability Risks
Policymakers should strengthen oversight of nonbank financial intermediaries, whose increasing interconnectedness with banks could exacerbate adverse shocks
Global Economic Outlook Shows Modest Change Amid Policy Shifts and Complex Forces
Dialing down uncertainty, reducing vulnerabilities, and investing in innovation can help deliver durable economic gains
Spending Smarter to Boost Growth
Spending more efficiently and reallocating public funds toward investment and innovation can be a powerful growth strategy
Economic Uncertainty Can Test the Resilience of the Foreign Exchange Market
Policymakers should enhance market surveillance through systemic risk monitoring including stress testing and scenario analysis
Podcast: Navigating a More Fragile World
With shock upon shock hitting the world economy in the last three years, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva's customary opening speech to the Annual Meetings warned of a darker global outlook and emphasized the need for the world to come together to deal with the consequences.
