Rising Tide: Powerful U.S. Growth Set To Lift Global Economy, IMF Says
3 years, 9 months ago

Rising Tide: Powerful U.S. Growth Set To Lift Global Economy, IMF Says

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Rising Tide: Powerful U.S. Growth Set To Lift Global Economy, IMF Says Enlarge this image toggle caption Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images The United States may just become the engine of global economic growth this year, according to a new forecast released Tuesday by the International Monetary Fund. IMF forecasters credit the rapid rollout of COVID-19 vaccines in the United States, along with trillions of dollars in relief spending that Congress passed for helping to boost growth prospects at home and worldwide. "Thanks to the ingenuity of the scientific community, hundreds of millions of people are being vaccinated, and this is expected to power recoveries in many countries later this year," IMF chief economist Gita Gopinath said. "Without additional effort to give all people a fair shot, cross-country gaps in living standards could widen significantly, and decades-long progress in global poverty reduction could reverse."

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World economy to accelerate in 2025, but recovery threatened by higher tariffs, OECD says
1 month ago

World economy to accelerate in 2025, but recovery threatened by higher tariffs, OECD says

Live Mint  

The global economy is set to grow at slightly a faster pace next year as inflation continues to cool, but could falter if tariffs rise and governments fail to narrow wide budget deficits, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development said Wednesday. “Growth continues to be resilient," said Alvaro Pereira, the OECD’s chief economist, in an interview with The Wall …

GDP goal to be met on positive cues
1 month, 3 weeks ago

GDP goal to be met on positive cues

China Daily  

The skyline of Beijing. Citing a package of incremental policy measures announced in recent months, Robin Xing, chief China economist at Morgan Stanley, noted that "recent policy dynamics signal a strong turning of overall government policy in trying to bolster economic growth, boost confidence and stabilize expectations." Xing said he expects to see additional fiscal stimulus in the coming months, …

China's Economic Stability: A Steady Beacon Amid Global Uncertainty
2 months, 1 week ago

China's Economic Stability: A Steady Beacon Amid Global Uncertainty

China Daily  

China's economy remains a stabilizing force in the global economy, despite the challenges of global geopolitical rivalries and rising government debt. The country's structural reforms and high-quality development strategies have contributed to its stability and growth. China's commitment to high-quality development and its willingness to engage in global trade and cooperation remain crucial for maintaining its economic prosperity and stability …

IMF Warns of Global Economic Headwinds, Downgrading Growth Projections
2 months, 2 weeks ago

IMF Warns of Global Economic Headwinds, Downgrading Growth Projections

China Daily  

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has downgraded its global growth projections for 2024, with a revised forecast of 3.2 percent for this year and 4.5 percent for 2025. The IMF warns about the global economic outlook, highlighting geopolitical risks, trade protectionism, and challenges in the real estate sector.

UK economic growth forecasts downgraded for next two years – economists
2 months, 2 weeks ago

UK economic growth forecasts downgraded for next two years – economists

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. EY Item Club’s latest quarterly economic forecast also suggested that caution by Bank of …

US Economy Booms, Outperforming Global Leaders
2 months, 2 weeks ago

US Economy Booms, Outperforming Global Leaders

Live Mint  

The U.S. economy is leading the world in terms of productivity and wages, with a surge in investment boosting output and wages. The IMF projects U.S. gross domestic product to expand 2.5% in the fourth quarter, higher than the previous July forecast, while global output is projected to grow 3.3%. The U.S. is also expected to grow faster than all …

IMF's economic view: A brighter outlook for US but still-tepid global growth
2 months, 2 weeks ago

IMF's economic view: A brighter outlook for US but still-tepid global growth

The Independent  

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Responsive economic policies have mitigated risks and shock waves
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Responsive economic policies have mitigated risks and shock waves

China Daily  

The skyline of Beijing. The IMF, as well as other international institutions such as Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs and UBS, all raised their forecast for China's economic growth this year, mainly because of the overall performance of the Chinese economy in the first half of the year and the effectiveness it has displayed in preventing and resolving risks. Since March, …

China's economic performance resilient amid challenges
5 months, 3 weeks ago

China's economic performance resilient amid challenges

China Daily  

The skyline of Beijing. China's economy demonstrated a stable expansion in the first half of 2024, achieving a year-on-year GDP growth of 5 percent, equivalent to 61.68 trillion yuan, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics on Monday. Key economic indicators GDP growth The first half of 2024 saw China's GDP grow by 5 percent year-on-year. China's …

Strong consumption, exports spur IMF's brighter outlook for nation
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Strong consumption, exports spur IMF's brighter outlook for nation

China Daily  

The Inner Street Culture Creative Park is bustling with activity during the night market in Qingxiu district, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on April 16, 2024. Jean-Marc Natal, deputy chief of the World Economic Studies Division at IMF's Research Department, said at the briefing that one of the reasons for the upward revision "is that we expect that the new …

China's economic performance resilient amid challenges
5 months, 3 weeks ago

China's economic performance resilient amid challenges

China Daily  

The skyline of Beijing. China's economy demonstrated a stable expansion in the first half of 2024, achieving a year-on-year GDP growth of 5 percent, equivalent to 61.68 trillion yuan, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics on Monday. Key economic indicators GDP growth The first half of 2024 saw China's GDP grow by 5 percent year-on-year. China's …

IMF boosts China's growth outlook to 5 percent for year
5 months, 3 weeks ago

IMF boosts China's growth outlook to 5 percent for year

China Daily  

Workers assemble doors for new energy vehicles at the Dayun New Energy Vehicle Production Base in Yuncheng, Shanxi province, on Jan 25, 2024. The International Monetary Fund raised its forecasts for China's economic growth to 5 percent this year and 4.5 percent next year, according to its July 2024 World Economic Outlook Update released on Tuesday. Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, the IMF's …

Britain to be fastest growing major European economy, IMF predicts
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Britain to be fastest growing major European economy, IMF predicts

The Telegraph  

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World Bank boosts forecast: Strength of US economy will support global growth of 2.6% this year
6 months, 4 weeks ago

World Bank boosts forecast: Strength of US economy will support global growth of 2.6% this year

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The World Bank upgraded its outlook for the global economy Tuesday, estimating that it will expand 2.6% this year on the strength of sustained growth in the United States. Stronger-than-expected growth in the United States — the world’s biggest economy — accounted for 80% of the World Bank’s upgraded outlook. But even after the World Bank’s upgrade, global …

IMF predicts India’s GDP growth to be 7% in 2024, 6.5% in 2025 as pent-up demand fades
7 months ago

IMF predicts India’s GDP growth to be 7% in 2024, 6.5% in 2025 as pent-up demand fades

Firstpost  

“In India, the outlook is for GDP growth to moderate from 8.2 per cent in 2023 to 7 per cent in 2024 and 6.5 per cent in 2025, because pent-up demand accumulated during the pandemic has been exhausted” the IMF said in the World Economic Outlook The IMF on Tuesday said India's GDP would grow 7% in 2024-25. India’s GDP …

Policy and resilience raise confidence in stable economic growth this year
7 months, 1 week ago

Policy and resilience raise confidence in stable economic growth this year

China Daily  

Photo shows a view of Nansha Port in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong province. The International Monetary Fund has raised its forecast for China's economic growth for 2024 to 5.0 percent from the previous 4.6 percent. The IMF also raised its forecast for China's economic growth to 4.5 percent for next year, up 0.4 percentage points compared with its April projection. …

IMF upgrades its forecast for China’s economy, but says reforms are needed to support growth
7 months, 1 week ago

IMF upgrades its forecast for China’s economy, but says reforms are needed to support growth

Associated Press  

The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its forecast for China’s economy, while warning that consumer-friendly reforms are needed to sustain strong, high-quality growth. The IMF’s report, issued late Tuesday, said the world’s second-largest economy will likely expand at a 5% annual rate this year, based on its growth in the first quarter and recent moves to support the property sector. …

UN reports improved prospects for the world economy and forecasts 2.7% growth in 2024
7 months, 3 weeks ago

UN reports improved prospects for the world economy and forecasts 2.7% growth in 2024

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — The United Nations reported improved prospects for the world economy since its January forecast on Thursday, pointing to a better outlook in the United States and several large emerging economies including Brazil, India and Russia. “Globally, energy and food prices are inching upward in recent months, but I think a bit more insidious even is the persistence …

Data show general upward growth trend holds firm
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Data show general upward growth trend holds firm

China Daily  

The skyline of Beijing. A comprehensive analysis of the first quarter data shows that more indicators reflect the general trend of high-quality economic development. For example, investment in high-tech industries increased by 11.4 percent year-on-year, 2 percentage points higher than that from January to February, and 6.9 percentage points higher than all investment; the added value of industries such as …

Sobering assessment: On the IMF forecast, World Bank report
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Sobering assessment: On the IMF forecast, World Bank report

The Hindu  

The global economy has avoided the spectre of a debilitating recession, with the IMF last week raising its forecast for worldwide aggregate growth in 2024 to 3.2%, from the 2.9% it had projected in October. The IMF has underlined the fact that the global economy has, with surprising resilience, ridden out several adverse shocks as well as ‘significant central bank …

IMF’s Georgieva says there’s ‘plenty to worry about’ despite recovery for many economies
8 months, 3 weeks ago

IMF’s Georgieva says there’s ‘plenty to worry about’ despite recovery for many economies

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The head of the International Monetary Fund said Thursday that the world economy has proven surprisingly resilient in the face of higher interest rates and the shock of war in Ukraine and Gaza, but “there is plenty to worry about,’' including stubborn inflation and rising levels of government debt. In the United States, she said, “the flipside’’ of …

IMF forecasts India’s economy to grow 6.8% this fiscal year
8 months, 3 weeks ago

IMF forecasts India’s economy to grow 6.8% this fiscal year

The Hindu  

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday raised its growth projection for India’s GDP in the current fiscal year 2024/25 to 6.8%, and forecast a 6.5% expansion next year. The global economy had remained “remarkably resilient” with steady growth and inflation returning to target and had “defied expectations of stagflation and global recession” in the wake of the post-pandemic supply disruptions, …

US economy to outpace G7 peers with double GDP growth rate this year, claims IMF
8 months, 3 weeks ago

US economy to outpace G7 peers with double GDP growth rate this year, claims IMF

Hindustan Times  

US has a 2x rate of GDP growth relative to any other G7 country this year, as per International Monetary Fund projections, while its economy gains the upper hand globally, creating wild market swings by itself. International Monetary Fund Chief Economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas holds the IMF's World Economic Outlook during a press briefing at the IMF-World Bank Group spring meetings …

IMF: Outlook for world economy is brighter, though still modest by historical standards
8 months, 3 weeks ago

IMF: Outlook for world economy is brighter, though still modest by historical standards

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its outlook for the global economy this year, saying the world appears headed for a “soft landing” — reining in inflation without much economic pain and producing steady if modest growth. In its latest outlook, the IMF, a 190-country lending organization, notes that the global expansion is being powered by unexpectedly strong …

IMF head projects slightly stronger global growth in 2024 and warns of potential long-term pitfalls
8 months, 4 weeks ago

IMF head projects slightly stronger global growth in 2024 and warns of potential long-term pitfalls

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Strong economic activity in the United States and emerging markets is projected to help drive global growth by about 3% this year, the International Monetary Fund’s chief said Thursday, below the annual historic average and a warning sign about potential lackluster performances through the 2020s. “Without a course correction, we are indeed heading for ‘the Tepid Twenties’ -– …

Economist predicts further upswing for economy
9 months ago

Economist predicts further upswing for economy

China Daily  

China's economic outlook is poised to improve in the following months, buoyed by robust fiscal spending, and the country's growth target of around 5 percent for 2024 is achievable, according to a renowned economist. Huang Yiping, dean of Peking University's National School of Development, told China Daily in an exclusive interview that the nation's economy is relatively stable, with better-than-expected …

Nation's growth target seen as achievable, appropriate
9 months, 1 week ago

Nation's growth target seen as achievable, appropriate

China Daily  

This aerial photo taken on June 10, 2023 shows the night view of the urban areas in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong province. A moderately rapid growth of around 5 percent annually is both achievable and appropriate for a country at China's stage of development, a senior economist said. Jeffrey Sachs, a world-renowned professor of economics and director of the Center …

China seen as largest engine for world economic growth
10 months, 2 weeks ago

China seen as largest engine for world economic growth

China Daily  

Photo shows a view of Nansha Port in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong province. China's GDP exceeded 126 trillion yuan in 2023, up 5.2 percent over the previous year, making it the largest engine of global growth. As China's growth is likely to exceed expectations, emerging Asian economies as a whole are projected by the IMF to grow by 5.2 percent …

China to remain top contributor to global growth in 2024: IMF
11 months, 1 week ago

China to remain top contributor to global growth in 2024: IMF

China Daily  

Despite a moderate slowdown, China's economy will remain the largest contributor to global growth in 2024, said Steven Barnett, senior resident representative of the International Monetary Fund in China. "China would still be the single-largest contributor to contribute over one-quarter of global growth this year," Barnett said in an exclusive interview with China Daily, adding that the over-a-quarter contribution is …

China to remain top contributor to global growth in 2024: IMF
11 months, 1 week ago

China to remain top contributor to global growth in 2024: IMF

China Daily  

Despite a moderate slowdown, China's economy will remain the largest contributor to global growth in 2024, said Steven Barnett, senior resident representative of the International Monetary Fund in China. "China would still be the single-largest contributor to contribute over one-quarter of global growth this year," Barnett said in an exclusive interview with China Daily, adding that the over-a-quarter contribution is …

IMF: China to stay big contributor to growth
11 months, 1 week ago

IMF: China to stay big contributor to growth

China Daily  

Despite a moderate slowdown, China's economy will still contribute more than a quarter of global economic growth this year and remain the largest contributor to worldwide growth, said a senior official at the International Monetary Fund. The country's real estate sector is undergoing a needed adjustment to address oversupply, which can ultimately help stabilize economic growth, with more supportive policy …

Report: US economy grew faster than any other G7 country last year
11 months, 1 week ago

Report: US economy grew faster than any other G7 country last year

Daily Mail  

America's economy is growing at a faster pace than any other G7 country in part thanks to a post-pandemic productivity boom, experts say. The IMF World Economic Outlook report estimates the US economy grew by 2.5 percent in 2023 - and is set for a similar 2.1 percent growth in 2024. Figures released today show US worker productivity grew at …

IMF projects Indian economy to grow at 6.7 per cent in FY24
11 months, 1 week ago

IMF projects Indian economy to grow at 6.7 per cent in FY24

India Today  

The International Monetary Fund has changed its growth forecast for India, expecting the economy to expand by 6.7 per cent in the fiscal year 2024, up from the previous estimate of 6.3 per cent. In addition to the upgraded forecast for India, the IMF projects a steady growth rate of 6.5 per cent for the subsequent fiscal years, FY25 and …

IMF raises growth forecast for global economy
11 months, 1 week ago

IMF raises growth forecast for global economy

Firstpost  

The two biggest economies in the world, China and the United States, have improved economic prospects, according to the International Monetary Fund, which raised its prediction for global growth on Tuesday. Although a “soft landing” appeared to be imminent, according to the IMF’s most recent World Economic Outlook, head economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas noted that global trade and overall GDP were …

IMF sketches a brighter view of global economy, upgrading growth forecast and seeing lower inflation
11 months, 1 week ago

IMF sketches a brighter view of global economy, upgrading growth forecast and seeing lower inflation

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its outlook for the world economy this year, envisioning resilient growth led by the United States and a slower pace of inflation. But Gourinchas said that for now, the Red Sea disruptions don’t seem to be “a major source of reigniting supply side inflation,” which arose from far more severe shipping backlogs …

Economic growth continues, as latest GDP data shows strong 3.3% pace last quarter
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Economic growth continues, as latest GDP data shows strong 3.3% pace last quarter

CBS News  

The nation's economy grew at an unexpectedly brisk 3.3% annual pace from October through December as Americans showed a continued willingness to spend freely despite high interest rates and price levels that have frustrated many households. Thursday's report from the Commerce Department said the gross domestic product — the economy's total output of goods and services — decelerated from its …

Global economy will slow for a third straight year in 2024, World Bank predicts
1 year ago

Global economy will slow for a third straight year in 2024, World Bank predicts

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Hobbled by high interest rates, persistent inflation, slumping trade and a diminished China, the global economy will slow for a third consecutive year in 2024. “Near-term growth will remain weak, leaving many developing countries — especially the poorest — stuck in a trap: with paralyzing levels of debt and tenuous access to food for nearly one out of …

The world economy will slow next year because of inflation, high rates and war, OECD says
1 year, 1 month ago

The world economy will slow next year because of inflation, high rates and war, OECD says

The Independent  

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The world economy will slow next year because of inflation, high rates and war, OECD says
1 year, 1 month ago

The world economy will slow next year because of inflation, high rates and war, OECD says

LA Times  

A crane lifts a shipping container at an automated container port in Tianjin, China. The global economy, which has proved surprisingly resilient this year, is expected to falter next year under the strain of wars, still-elevated inflation and continued high interest rates. China’s “consumption growth will likely remain subdued due to increased precautionary savings, gloomier prospects for employment creation and …

Asian economies under cosh as China's property woes bite: IMF
1 year, 2 months ago

Asian economies under cosh as China's property woes bite: IMF

Firstpost  

Meanwhile, the strength of the U.S. economy has offered less support to Asia than in the past because it has been focused on the service sector, which does not fuel demand for exports, the Fund said in a blog on the region’s outlook. China’s weak recovery and the risk of a more protracted property crisis could further dent Asia’s economic …

IMF sees economic growth in the Mideast improving next year. But the Israel-Hamas war poses risks
1 year, 2 months ago

IMF sees economic growth in the Mideast improving next year. But the Israel-Hamas war poses risks

Associated Press  

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Middle East economies are gradually recovering as external shocks from the war in Ukraine and global inflation fade, the International Monetary Fund said Thursday, but the escalating war between Israel and the Hamas militant group could dampen the outlook. The IMF expects economic growth to slow to 2% this year in the Middle East and …

IMF sees economic growth in the Mideast improving next year. But the Israel-Hamas war poses risks
1 year, 2 months ago

IMF sees economic growth in the Mideast improving next year. But the Israel-Hamas war poses risks

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The IMF expects economic growth to slow to 2% …

IMF raises India growth forecast for FY24 to 6.3%
1 year, 2 months ago

IMF raises India growth forecast for FY24 to 6.3%

Live Mint  

The International Monetary Fund lifted its 2023-24 growth projection for India to 6.3% from its July estimate of 6.1%, citing “stronger-than-expected consumption” during the June quarter. The five emerging market economies—Brazil, China, India, Indonesia and Russia—have contributed about 0.9% percentage points to the decline in medium-term global growth prospects between 2008 and 2023, the IMF report added. In its global …

Amid Israel-Hamas conflict, IMF outlook worsens for a 'limping' world economy
1 year, 2 months ago

Amid Israel-Hamas conflict, IMF outlook worsens for a 'limping' world economy

Hindustan Times  

The world economy has lost momentum from the impact of higher interest rates, the invasion of Ukraine and widening geopolitical rifts, and it now faces new uncertainty from the war between Israel and Hamas militants, International Monetary Fund warned Tuesday. “The global economy is limping along, not sprinting," IMF chief economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas said at a news conference during the …

IMF outlook worsens for a ‘limping’ world economy. Mideast war poses new uncertainty
1 year, 2 months ago

IMF outlook worsens for a ‘limping’ world economy. Mideast war poses new uncertainty

Associated Press  

The world economy has lost momentum from the impact of higher interest rates, the invasion of Ukraine and widening geopolitical rifts, and it now faces new uncertainty from the war between Israel and Hamas militants, International Monetary Fund warned Tuesday. “The global economy is limping along, not sprinting,” IMF chief economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas said at a news conference during the …

IMF downgrades outlook for ‘limping’ world economy, with Mideast posing new challenge
1 year, 2 months ago

IMF downgrades outlook for ‘limping’ world economy, with Mideast posing new challenge

LA Times  

The International Monetary Fund and World Bank are holding their annual meetings in Marrakech, Morocco. “The global economy is limping along, not sprinting,” IMF chief economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas said at a news conference during the organization’s annual meeting, which is being held in Marrakech, Morocco. It’s “too early” to assess the impact on global economic growth from the days-old war …

IMF chief says the global economy has shown resilience in the face of COVID, war and high rates
1 year, 3 months ago

IMF chief says the global economy has shown resilience in the face of COVID, war and high rates

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The global economy has shown “remarkable resilience’’ but still bears deep scars from the coronavirus pandemic, the war in Ukraine and rising interest rates, the head of the International Monetary Fund said Thursday. “While the recovery from the shocks of the past few years continues, it is slow and it is uneven,’’ IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said …

IMF predicts Indian economy to grow at 6.1 percent in 2023
1 year, 5 months ago

IMF predicts Indian economy to grow at 6.1 percent in 2023

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: The International Monetary Fund has predicted that India's economy will grow at 6.1 percent in 2023, a 0.2 percentage point upward revision compared with the April projection, reflecting momentum from stronger-than-expected growth in the fourth quarter of 2022 as a result of stronger domestic investment. IMF said in the latest update of the World Economic Outlook that growth in …

IMF global economic outlook sees slight growth, but inflation still a drag
1 year, 5 months ago

IMF global economic outlook sees slight growth, but inflation still a drag

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Global growth will see a slight improvement compared to previous International Monetary Fund projections but “many challenges still cloud the horizon, and it is too early to celebrate,” the organization’s chief economist said Tuesday. IMF economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas gave his assessment as the organization projected that global economic growth will slow to an estimated 3% in 2023 and …

IMF global economic outlook sees slight growth, but inflation still a drag
1 year, 5 months ago

IMF global economic outlook sees slight growth, but inflation still a drag

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Global growth will see a …

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