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IMF staff completes Kosovo mission
By Press Release | Nov 5, 2021
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Mr. Gabriel Di Bella, conducted a virtual visit during October 20-Novermber 4 in the context of the 2021 Article IV consultations.
IMF: 'Malawi’s economy is showing signs of recovery as daily COVID-19 positive cases remain relatively low'
By Press Release | Nov 5, 2021
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Mika Saito held virtual missions during July 20-27, 2021 and October 28-November 4, 2021 to conduct discussions for the 2021 Article IV Consultation with Malawi.
China's coal production, CO2 emissions, forced labor all threaten global climate goals
By Art Benavidez | Nov 4, 2021
If the United States hopes to make global progress with green energy, it may have to work around China.
OPINION: Death by FDA
By Thomaz Burckhardt | Nov 4, 2021
On October 29, 2021, 2,025 Americans died from COVID-19.
U.S. international trade in goods and services, September 2021
By Press Release | Nov 4, 2021
The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis announced today that the goods and services deficit was $80.9 billion in September, up $8.1 billion from $72.8 billion in August, revised.
Not yet on track: Climate threat demands more ambitious global action
By Kristaliana Georgieva | Nov 2, 2021
New IMF analysis shows gaps in ambition and policy needed to achieve emissions curbs that contain global warming.
IMF and Niger reach staff-level agreement on a new economic program
By Andrew Kanyegirire | Nov 2, 2021
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team led by Mr. Ari Aisen held virtual meetings from October 25 to November 1, 2021 to conclude discussions on IMF financial support via an Extended Credit Facility in support of the authorities’ economic reform program.
IMF executive board concludes 2021 Article IV consultation with St. Kitts and Nevis
By Randa Elnager | Nov 2, 2021
On September 13, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation [1] with St. Kitts and Nevis.
IMF releases the 2021 Financial Access Survey results
By David Sharrock | Nov 2, 2021
On November 1st, 2021, the International Monetary Fund released the results of the twelfth annual Financial Access Survey (FAS). [1] The survey results reveal considerable expansion in the usage of digital financial services during the pandemic, while the usage of traditional financial services remained stable.
Kumu social media platform lines up Series C funding to fuel growth
By David Hutton | Nov 1, 2021
Launched in 2018, the Kumu social media platform has grown into largest in Philippines.
Personal income and outlays, September 2021
By Press Release | Oct 29, 2021
Personal income decreased $216.2 billion (1.0 percent) in September according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (tables 3 and 5). Disposable personal income (DPI) decreased $236.9 billion (1.3 percent) and personal consumption expenditures (PCE) increased $93.4 billion (0.6 percent).
IMF management approves a Staff-Monitored Program for the union of the Comoros
By Andrew Kanyegirire | Oct 29, 2021
On September 29, 2021, the Management of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved a Staff-Monitored Program (SMP) for Comoros for the period July - December 2021.
CDPP halts proceedings against ANZ and Rick Moscati
By Globe Banner | Oct 29, 2021
ANZ has expressed approval of the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions' decision to cease legal proceedings against both the bank and Rick Moscati.
ANZ offers support to Victorian customers hit by severe storms
By Globe Banner | Oct 29, 2021
ANZ has introduced a financial assistance package to support customers in Victoria affected by recent severe storms.
World Bank Online: Global Wealth Has Grown, But at the Expense of Future Prosperity: World Bank
By 'Online Media Briefing Center' via News GlobeBanner | Oct 29, 2021
In the case of an embargo break, the reporter and their organization will be denied access to the Online Media Briefing Center for six months.
WHO backing program to provide COVID-19 pills, vaccines for poor countries
By David Hutton | Oct 28, 2021
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said treating COVID-19 in underdeveloped countries is “not a supply problem”
Gross Domestic Product, third quarter 2021 (advance estimate)
By Press Release | Oct 28, 2021
Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 2.0 percent in the third quarter of 2021 (table 1), according to the "advance" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the second quarter, real GDP increased 6.7 percent.
ANZ outlines strategic focus amid industry shifts during annual results announcement
By Globe Banner | Oct 28, 2021
ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott delivered the 2021 full-year results, highlighting the company's readiness for future opportunities despite current challenges.
Joint action needed to secure the recovery
By Press Release | Oct 28, 2021
G20 should lead in sharing vaccine doses, helping developing countries financially, and committing to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by mid-century.
ANZ reports strong profit growth amid pandemic recovery
By Globe Banner | Oct 28, 2021
ANZ has reported a significant rise in its statutory profit after tax for the year ending September 30, 2021.