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IMF deputy managing director concludes visit to San Marino with positive remarks

Mr. Kenji Okamura, Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), concluded his visit to San Marino with a statement reflecting on the country's economic progress and future challenges.


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IMF concludes discussions on Eastern Caribbean Currency Union policies

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its Article IV consultation with the member countries of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU).


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IMF reviews Jamaica's economic progress amid global challenges

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Mauricio Villafuerte recently concluded a mission in Kingston, Jamaica, as part of the 2025 Article IV consultation.


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IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Barbados on fund facility reviews

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Barbados concerning the fifth reviews under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).


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IMF deputy director concludes visit highlighting economic reforms in Zambia

May 7, 2025 Lusaka, Zambia: Nigel Clarke, Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), concluded his visit to Zambia with a statement acknowledging the progress of Zambia's economic reform program.


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Emerging markets face new challenges amid rising US tariffs

May 7, 2025 The global economy is facing significant challenges as the US effective tariff rate has reached levels not seen in over a century, leading to increased uncertainty in trade policy and geopolitics.


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IMF reviews Guyana's rapid economic transformation amid global challenges

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its Article IV Consultation with Guyana, highlighting the country's robust economic transformation.


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Toyota Mobility Foundation seeks second cohort applicants for mobility innovation program

Following a successful inaugural year, the Toyota Mobility Foundation and MaRS Discovery District have announced the call for applications for the second cohort of their Mobility Unlimited Hub program.


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IMF extends credit facilities for Cabo Verde

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has granted Cabo Verde an extension for its Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) arrangements.


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IMF concludes Article IV consultation with Iceland amid economic recovery

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently concluded its 2025 Article IV mission to Iceland, where a team led by Magnus Saxegaard conducted discussions both virtually and in Reykjavik.


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U.S trade deficit widens in March amid rising imports

The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis have reported that the goods and services deficit in March 2025 was $140.5 billion, an increase of $17.3 billion from February's revised figure of $123.2 billion.


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IMF concludes annual review of West African Economic and Monetary Union policies

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its annual discussions on the common policies of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU) member countries.


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IMF reviews Tajikistan's economic growth in 2025 Article IV Mission

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently concluded its 2025 Article IV consultation and second review discussions under the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI) with Tajikistan.


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IMF Board approves medium-term budget for FY2026-FY2028

The International Monetary Fund's Executive Board has greenlit the medium-term budget for the 2026-2028 financial years.


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IMF Executive Board reviews income position for FY 2025 and FY 2026

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its review of the Fund’s income position for the financial year ending April 30, 2025, and for FY 2026.


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Toyota Canada reports record April sales for electrified vehicles

Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) reported its April sales results, revealing a significant increase in electrified vehicle sales for both its Toyota and Lexus divisions.


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YouTube's Neal Mohan to speak at the MoffettNathanson conference

Alphabet Inc. has announced that Neal Mohan, CEO of YouTube, is set to participate in the MoffettNathanson Media, Internet, and Communications Conference.


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IMF supports Haiti’s economic program with first review approval

Management of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced its approval of the first review of Haiti's Staff-Monitored Program (SMP) on April 15, 2025.


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March 2025 data shows slight rise in U.S. personal income and expenditures

Personal income in March 2025 saw an increase of $116.8 billion, growing at a monthly rate of 0.5 percent, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.


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U.S. GDP declines in Q1 2025 due to imports and reduced government spending

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis has reported a decrease in the real gross domestic product (GDP) at an annual rate of 0.3 percent for the first quarter of 2025, which contrasts with a 2.4 percent increase in the previous quarter.