Bessent disparages IMF, World Bank forecasts, says US will quickly cycle through higher prices
By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, April 14 (Reuters) – U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday took issue with…
US Treasury chief backs IMF, World Bank shift; says institutions on ‘right track’ after criticism
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday said the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank are moving…
India received highest number of regressive tax recommendations from IMF: Oxfam
New Delhi, India received the highest number of regressive tax recommendations from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) between…
IMF chief raises alarm over AI threats to global monetary system stability
WASHINGTON, April 13 — The global monetary system is not prepared to address artificial intelligence’s rapidly escalating…
IMF warns of lasting economic damage from Iran war
The International Monetary Fund will downgrade its global growth forecasts due to the Middle East war, managing director…
World Bank clarifies stance on Nigeria fuel imports
The World Bank Group has clarified its position on fuel imports in Nigeria following backlash over recommendations contained…
SPOTTED: World Bank deletes Nigeria development report from website — three days after release
SPOTTED: World Bank deletes Nigeria development report from website — three days after release | TheCable
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Nigeria Poverty Rate Hits 63% Despite Easing Inflation
Poverty in Nigeria rose to 63 per cent in 2025, despite a slowdown in inflation, indicating the limited…
IMF warns of looming inflation crisis on back of US-Israel war on Iran | US-Israel war on Iran News
The conflict has driven up prices of oil, natural gas, damaged refineries and other energy infrastructure. Published On…
Thailand’s Growth Stalls as Energy Shock and Trade Uncertainty Grip the Region, World Bank Warns
Three shocks bearing down on the region Thailand’s difficulties sit within a broader regional picture…
World Bank ‘extremely concerned’ over economic fallout of Iran conflict, warning of inflation, jobs and food security risks
WASHINGTON, April 2 — The World Bank is “extremely concerned” about the effect the war on Iran will…
more Ugandans turn to phones for loans
________________ In Uganda, sending money no longer requires a trip to the bank. It can happen in seconds,…