According to the IMF chief, is there evidence of a global economic slowdown yet, and what key indicators does she cite?

No, there is no evidence yet of a global slowdown, as stated by IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva: 'More than three months into the war in the Middle East, the global economy appears to be holding up. Commodity prices, inflation and expectations for it, and financial conditions have all been impacted—but not yet in ways that signal a global slowdown.' She explicitly notes that while these factors have been affected, their impact has not yet crossed the threshold indicating broad-based economic deceleration.

What did the IMF chief say about the U.S.-Iran framework deal and its implications for global growth?

Georgieva welcomed the U.S.-Iran agreement to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but warned that an intensification of the conflict or supply disruptions would pose a 'clear risk to global growth,' as stated in her new blog post.

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IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva stated the global economy is weathering Middle East war shocks despite surging commodity prices and inflation. She warned that supply disruptions remain a risk to growth, though recent diplomatic agreements may stabilize energy markets.

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