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IMF reaches agreement with São Tomé & Príncipe on next phase of credit facility
By Globe Banner | Nov 6, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team has reached a staff-level agreement with São Tomé and Príncipe regarding the second review of the country's 40-month program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).
Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse says Florida tort reforms ease homeowners insurance
By Globe Banner | Nov 5, 2025
Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse has announced that Florida's tort reforms have eased the homeowners' insurance market and urged other states to adopt similar measures to reduce litigation costs for families and small businesses.
Belize targets infrastructure upgrades amid rising tourism demand
By Globe Banner | Nov 5, 2025
Belize is taking steps to address infrastructure challenges that have limited the growth of its tourism sector, a key part of the country’s economy.
IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Democratic Republic of Congo on credit facility reviews
By Globe Banner | Nov 5, 2025
A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Mission Chief Calixte Ahokpossi, concluded discussions with authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) regarding the second review of the country’s economic program under the...
IMF reviews Zambia’s progress under Extended Credit Facility arrangement
By Globe Banner | Nov 5, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Mercedes Vera Martin, visited Lusaka from October 22 to November 4, 2025, to review Zambia’s economic progress and policy measures under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement.
Bulgaria prepares for full eurozone membership beginning January 2026
By Globe Banner | Nov 4, 2025
Bulgaria is preparing to join the euro area, with the official adoption of the euro set for January 1, 2026.
IMF staff reach agreement with Cabo Verde on economic review under credit facility
By Globe Banner | Nov 4, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Martin Schindler visited Cabo Verde from October 22 to November 4, 2025, for the 2025 Article IV Consultation and reviews under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Resilience and...
Europe urged toward major economic reform amid rising debt concerns
By Globe Banner | Nov 4, 2025
Europe faces growing fiscal challenges as new public spending demands and slow economic growth put pressure on government budgets, according to a recent address at the House of the Euro in Brussels.
IMF urges Croatia toward faster fiscal consolidation amid persistent economic imbalances
By Globe Banner | Nov 4, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a concluding statement following its 2025 Article IV mission to Croatia.
IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Serbia on second PCI review
By Globe Banner | Nov 1, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Annette Kyobe visited Belgrade from October 22 to 30, 2025, to discuss the Second Review under Serbia’s Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI).
IMF completes third review under Extended Fund Facility for Ecuador
By Globe Banner | Nov 1, 2025
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed the third review of Ecuador’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement, allowing the country to access an additional SDR 438.4 million (approximately US$600 million).
Oxford Economics analysis shows Amazon fulfillment investments improved U.S. economy
By K. D. Payne | Oct 31, 2025
Amazon has released a new study conducted by Oxford Economics, which indicates that the company's investments in fulfillment centers across 55 U.S. counties have been associated with increased employment, wages, and business growth.
IMF reviews Uruguay's economic outlook following Article IV consultation
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with Uruguay, following discussions on the country’s recent economic performance and policy outlook.
IMF outlines economic outlook and policy recommendations at APEC leaders’ meeting
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) presented its latest global economic outlook to leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), whose member economies account for about 61 percent of global GDP.
Political commentator Eagleman on Warren: 'Would be great to see the Trump Administration hold the head of the anti-crypto army accountable'
By Globe Banner | Oct 29, 2025
Gunther Eagleman, a conservative commentator on the social media platform X, raised questions about the legal implications of Sen.
IMF says Grenada's economy resilient after Hurricane Beryl but warns on future risks
By Globe Banner | Oct 29, 2025
Grenada’s economy has shown resilience in the face of ongoing global uncertainty and the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, according to a recent statement from an International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff mission.
IMF survey shows rise in global digital finance but highlights persistent access gaps
By Globe Banner | Oct 29, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has published the results of its 2025 Financial Access Survey (FAS), along with a report titled "Financial Access Survey: Fintech, a Catalyst for Financial Services Access, Innovation and Growth."
IMF Executive Board completes annual Article IV review highlighting Mexico's economic outlook
By Globe Banner | Oct 27, 2025
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with Mexico, following discussions held on October 23.
IMF managing director calls for deeper integration policies across ASEAN
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
ASEAN has become the world’s fourth largest economy, with a combined GDP exceeding $4 trillion and growing at a rate 25 percent higher than the global average.
U.S. Attorney’s Office seeks forfeiture of $225M in USDT tied to OKX network
By Globe Banner | Oct 24, 2025
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia has initiated a civil forfeiture complaint to recover approximately 225.4 million USDT, which is allegedly linked to cryptocurrency fraud and money laundering activities.