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New guidelines launched for open finance aiming at broader inclusion
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2024
A coalition of international organizations has introduced new guidelines for public authorities to leverage open finance in enhancing digital financial services and innovation.
BusinessEurope outlines strategic approach to future EU-China relations
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2024
BusinessEurope has released a new paper detailing its priorities for EU-China relations in the upcoming EU cycle.
IMF forum explores measuring AI's impact on global economy
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2024
The 12th IMF Statistical Forum commenced with discussions on the economic implications of artificial intelligence (AI).
European business groups urge consistent application of SME Test by EU Commission
By Globe Banner | Nov 19, 2024
New analysis from BusinessEurope, Eurochambres, and SMEunited indicates that the European Commission's application of the 'SME Test' methodology is still inconsistent across its services.
IMF reports strong rebound but highlights challenges for Bahamian economy
By Globe Banner | Nov 19, 2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a concluding statement following its 2024 Article IV mission to The Bahamas.
IMF reaches agreement on sixth review of Ukraine's extended fund facility
By Globe Banner | Nov 19, 2024
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Gavin Gray, engaged in discussions with Ukrainian authorities in Kyiv from November 11 to 18, 2024.
IMF reviews Malta's economy amid continued strong growth
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2024
Malta has seen significant economic growth over the last ten years, according to the preliminary findings of an International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission.
IMF reviews Oman's economic progress amid reform efforts
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2024
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team, led by César Serra, conducted the 2024 Article IV consultation in Muscat from October 30 to November 13.
IMF's Kristalina Georgieva addresses G20 summit on financial strength and inclusivity
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2024
November 18, 2024 Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), addressed the G20 Leaders' Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
APEC leaders discuss economic challenges amid slowing growth
By Globe Banner | Nov 16, 2024
Thank you, President Boluarte, for inviting me to today’s APEC Leaders’ retreat.
Benin unveils new climate finance platform with global partnerships
By Globe Banner | Nov 15, 2024
On November 15, 2024, during COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Government of Benin announced a new set of initiatives to enhance climate action.
Foreign-owned firms boost US employment by nearly seven million
By Globe Banner | Nov 15, 2024
Majority-owned U.S. affiliates of foreign multinational enterprises employed 8.35 million workers in the United States in 2022, marking a 6.8 percent increase from the previous year's 7.82 million workers, according to statistics released by the...
IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Comoros on extended credit facility review
By Globe Banner | Nov 15, 2024
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Ms.
IMF concludes staff visit to Pakistan focusing on economic policy discussions
By Globe Banner | Nov 15, 2024
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Nathan Porter, concluded a staff visit to Pakistan from November 12 to 15, 2024.
IMF reaches agreement with Burkina Faso on credit facility review
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Burkina Faso on the second review of the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement.
IMF's Georgieva addresses global economic challenges at annual research conference
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2024
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), delivered remarks at the 25th Jacques Polak Annual Research Conference.
Madagascar launches platform to boost climate finance through international partnerships
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2024
The Government of Madagascar, in partnership with International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and development partners, has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at enhancing climate finance in the country.
Sub-Saharan Africa faces diverging economic growth patterns
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2024
Stagnating incomes in sub-Saharan Africa's resource-intensive economies are calling for more effective fiscal management and broad-based structural reforms, according to a recent analytical note from the Regional Economic Outlook for the region.
Personal income rises across most U.S. counties according to BEA report
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2024
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has reported that personal income in current dollars rose in 2,814 counties, fell in 295, and remained unchanged in five counties during 2023.
IMF concludes review mission on Paraguay's economic policies
By Globe Banner | Nov 13, 2024
A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Mauricio Villafuerte, visited Asunción, Paraguay, from November 5 to 11, 2024.