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IMF team completes 2025 Article IV mission to Burundi

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Alexandre Chailloux, visited Burundi from March 17 to March 28 as part of the 2025 Article IV annual consultation.


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IMF and Madagascar reach staff-level agreement on economic program reviews

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Constant Lonkeng, engaged in discussions with Malagasy authorities from April 2 to 14, 2025, in Antananarivo.


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IMF reaches agreement on Ghana’s fourth review under extended credit facility

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement concerning the fourth review of Ghana’s economic program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).


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Alphabet to discuss Q1 2025 financial results on April 24

Alphabet Inc. has announced it will hold a conference call to discuss its financial results for the first quarter of 2025.


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IMF grants Argentina $20 billion facility to support stabilization and reform agenda

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a 48-month extended arrangement under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Argentina.


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IMF reaches agreement with Benin on economic program review

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Frederic Lambert, concluded a visit to Cotonou from April 1-11, 2025, to discuss the sixth review of Benin’s economic and financial program.


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BlackRock sees strong asset growth and revenue rise in Q1 2025

BlackRock, Inc. has released its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, noting a diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $9.64, or $11.30 when adjusted.


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IMF and Seychelles finalize agreement on financial reviews, pending board approval

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Mission, led by Todd Schneider, has completed discussions with the authorities of Seychelles, which has resulted in a staff-level agreement on the fourth reviews under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and...


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IMF wraps up mission, discusses reforms and risks with Guinea Bissau authorities

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed its mission to Guinea Bissau, according to a statement on April 11, 2025.


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IMF team concludes visit to Sri Lanka, discusses economic reforms and challenges

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, under the leadership of Evan Papageorgiou, concluded a visit to Colombo, Sri Lanka, from April 3 to April 11, 2025.


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IMF concludes 2025 Article IV consultation with Mauritius

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Mariana Colacelli, conducted an Article IV Consultation in Mauritius from March 31 to April 11, 2025.


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IMF reviews Andorra's robust economic performance and future challenges

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed its Article IV consultation with the Principality of Andorra.


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IMF discussions stress Spain's economic performance and future fiscal challenges

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a concluding statement on Spain’s economic prospects following the 2025 Article IV Mission.


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Thailand's elevated household debt slows post-pandemic recovery efforts

Thailand's post-pandemic economic recovery remains sluggish compared to other regional economies, a challenge attributed to significant household debt.


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BlackRock awards $3.75 million grant to NYC Kids RISE for education savings

The BlackRock Foundation has allocated a $3.75 million fund to NYC Kids RISE to promote college and career savings for New York City families through partnerships with local community-based organizations.


Economics

IMF and Côte d'Ivoire reach agreement on economic review and reforms

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Olaf Unteroberdoerster, has concluded discussions with Côte d'Ivoire's authorities on the economic and financial programs and climate reforms supported by the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), the...


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IMF reaches agreement with Burkina Faso on Extended Credit Facility program

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Mission Chief Jaroslaw Wieczorek, conducted meetings in Ouagadougou from April 1 to 8 as part of the third review of Burkina Faso's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program.


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IMF Director pledges continued support to Senegal amid economic challenges

Mr. Abebe Aemro Selassie, the Director of the African Department at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), held a meeting with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal in Dakar.


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IMF's review highlights Azerbaijan's economic growth and future opportunities

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its discussions in Azerbaijan as part of the 2025 Article IV consultation.


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IMF team concludes economic review of Papua New Guinea

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team recently visited Port Moresby to assess progress on Papua New Guinea's economic reforms.