The IMF maintained its global growth forecast, noting AI offsets war fallout, but warned that stalled inflation and Middle East tensions could reignite commodity price volatility, impacting energy and
Egypt's state-asset sales, including fuel and energy stakes, satisfied IMF benchmarks to unlock $1.6 billion in financing amidst regional oil price pressures. The privatization drive aims to reduce pu
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 ri
The IMF warns the global economy remains vulnerable to Middle East war fallout affecting energy supplies, even after a US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. While commodity prices and inflation
Ghana raised its GDP growth forecast to over 6% driven by strong cocoa, gold, and oil sectors, while inflation eased to 3.4% amid economic reforms and IMF support.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned that prolonged Middle East conflict could push oil prices to $125/barrel, triggering higher inflation and adverse global growth scenarios.
IMF officials suggest China may see returning inflation driven by energy costs, though sustainable gains remain uncertain. Downstream industries struggle to pass higher raw material costs while agricu
The IMF warned the EU against pausing its carbon market, citing huge risks to private investment and net-zero goals due to potential investor uncertainty regarding returns.
The IMF lowered 2026 growth forecasts for China and Asia due to Middle East conflicts threatening energy supplies. Warnings of a potential Strait of Hormuz closure highlight risks of an oil crisis and
The IMF downgraded Germany's growth outlook and raised inflation forecasts due to soaring oil and gas prices linked to the Iran conflict. Berlin agreed on fuel subsidies, though the IMF recommends tar
The IMF warns that the Middle East conflict is disrupting global oil and fertilizer supplies, impacting Asian economies through higher fuel and food costs. Shocks to ammonia and urea markets threaten
The IMF advises China to pivot to consumption-led growth and stabilize its property sector, projecting slower economic expansion in 2026. The report highlights China's shifting role in global petroche
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