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The dollar became a global currency not simply because of American power, but because people around the world chose to use it, according to Brendan Greeley’s new history.
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Asia remains a major driver of global growth, trade, and innovation, but the forces behind its economic rise are shifting, according to Gita Bhatt, F&D magazine’s editor-in-chief.
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Countries moved quickly to shield their citizens from high energy prices. We tracked nearly 900 measures in 170 countries. If a recent peace deal brings oil prices down, the challenge for many governments will be how to unwind this support. Read more:
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Deputy Managing Director Kenji Okamura participated in the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Palau to discuss the economic outlook and challenges facing Pacific Island countries, including climate vulnerabilities, higher energy costs, and external risks.
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Central banks face a fundamental communications challenge: anchor expectations without locking policy into a fixed rate path. Clear goals, reaction functions, and risks can help the public understand how policy may respond as conditions change.
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Productive discussions at this year's G20 FMCBG meeting in Asheville, North Carolina. I welcome the U.S. G20 Presidency's pro-growth agenda which aligns with IMF priorities on productivity growth, debt sustainability, global imbalances. Read my statement:
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Excellent exchange of views with India’s Finance Minister @nsitharaman - reflecting on India’s stellar growth performance, the global outlook, and our shared resolve to work ever-more-closely together.
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Great to see Minister Indranee Rajah at the G20. I look forward to being in Singapore in early October for my curtain raiser speech and to hearing the rich perspectives of Singapore’s policymakers, academics and business leaders.
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Always a pleasure to catch up with @EU_Commission Commissioner @VDombrovskis. I emphasized the importance of completing the single market and lifting productivity—key for a more dynamic EU.
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Very pleased that our team reached a staff-level agreement with Senegal on a new program. This milestone reflects our commitment to support the country's efforts on macroeconomic stability and debt sustainability while protecting vulnerable households.
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As technology reshapes economies and demographic shifts gather pace, Asia must find new drivers of growth. The new issue of F&D magazine explores the opportunities that lie ahead and how the region can seize them.
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IMF staff and the Senegalese authorities have reached a staff-level agreement on a new economic reform program. Subject to IMF Executive Board approval, it would support stability and debt sustainability, improve governance, and foster inclusive growth.
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IMF staff and the Senegalese authorities have reached a staff-level agreement on a new economic reform program. Subject to IMF Executive Board approval, it would support stability and debt sustainability, improve governance, and foster inclusive growth.
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A privilege to benefit from a very thoughtful conversation with @MoF_Qatar HE Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari on regional risks, new growth opportunities, and the power of fiscal buffers.
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A very constructive discussion with PBOC Governor Pan Gongsheng on the sidelines of the G20 FMCBG meeting. We exchanged views on China’s economic outlook, shifting to a consumption-led growth model, and the role of AI.
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AI could help Africa grow faster, create better jobs, and improve public services. But the gains aren't automatic. Countries that move now to invest in power, connectivity, skills, and trusted institutions can capture far greater benefits. Read our IMF Country Focus blog.
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A pleasure to reconnect with @MOF_Japan Satsuki Katayama. We discussed global economic developments and Japan’s policy priorities. Thank you, Japan, for your continued leadership in international cooperation.
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Great to catch up with @LuisCaputoAR on Argentina’s impressive economic turnaround, a result of good policies and strong implementation.
Reliance on a small number of cloud providers, software platforms, or AI models concentrates risk. One exploited weakness can ripple across many institutions at once. Our blog explains why authorities must ask whether the system can absorb these shocks.
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At Jackson Hole, IMF Managing Director @KGeorgieva outlined how innovation in payments could make cross-border transactions faster, cheaper, and more inclusive. She emphasized the need for strong regulation, policy discipline, and international cooperation. Read her remarks.
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