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ECB Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged in Eurozone
The Economy

ECB Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged in Eurozone

"The pandemic continues to cast a shadow, especially as the Delta variant constitutes a growing source of uncertainty."
By Matthew Heller | July 23, 2021
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ECB Continues Assessing ‘Feasibility And Merits’ Of Digital Currencies
Regulation

ECB Continues Assessing ‘Feasibility And Merits’ Of Digital Currencies

They could have major implications for the financial sector and the transmission of monetary policy, says Christine Lagarde.
By Vincent Ryan | January 9, 2020
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New ECB Chief Urges Domestic Demand Push
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New ECB Chief Urges Domestic Demand Push

While “all advanced economies are facing a growth challenge, the euro area has been slower to embrace innovation," Christine Lagarde says.
By Matthew Heller | November 25, 2019
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IMF’s Christine Lagarde Named as New ECB Chief
Regulation

IMF’s Christine Lagarde Named as New ECB Chief

The self-confessed economic outsider faces the challenge of helping stimulate the eurozone economy amid mounting fears of recession.
By Matthew Heller | July 5, 2019
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IMF Chief Warns of Economic Nationalism Risks
The Economy

IMF Chief Warns of Economic Nationalism Risks

"While it is tempting to sail alone, countries must resist the siren call of self-sufficiency,” Christine Lagarde says.
By Matthew Heller | October 2, 2018
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IMF Boosts Growth Forecast for 2017 to 3.5%
The Economy

IMF Boosts Growth Forecast for 2017 to 3.5%

In its latest economic outlook, the fund warns that protectionist policies "threaten global economic integration and the cooperative global economic order."
By Matthew Heller | April 20, 2017
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IMF Urges Tougher Fight Against Corruption
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IMF Urges Tougher Fight Against Corruption

While the annual cost of bribery alone is an estimated $1.5 trillion to $2 trillion, the fund says the indirect damage is even higher.
By Matthew Heller | May 12, 2016
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IMF Adds Chinese Yuan to Reserve Currencies
Strategy

IMF Adds Chinese Yuan to Reserve Currencies

The decision to include the yuan in the elite group of currencies is an "important milestone" for China's economy, the Fund says.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | November 30, 2015
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EU To Hold Emergency Summit About Greece
The Economy

EU To Hold Emergency Summit About Greece

While the Greek finance minister says he has made a credible offer to creditors, 19 EU leaders will meet for discussions at "the highest political levels."
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | June 19, 2015
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IMF Advises Fed Not To Raise Rates Until 2016
The Economy

IMF Advises Fed Not To Raise Rates Until 2016

Regardless of timing, higher U.S. policy interest rates could result in "a significant and abrupt rebalancing of international portfolios."
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | June 4, 2015
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‘New Mediocre’ Could Become Global Economic Reality, Lagarde Worries
Strategy

‘New Mediocre’ Could Become Global Economic Reality, Lagarde Worries

"Fiscal policy should be better calibrated to the strength of the recovery," Christine Lagarde said.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | April 9, 2015
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Greece Finds Money to Meet Debt Deadline
Global Business

Greece Finds Money to Meet Debt Deadline

The IMF's Christine LaGarde welcomes confirmation that a $505 million payment would beat Greece's debt deadline.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | April 6, 2015
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IMF Trims 2015 Growth Forecast to 3.8%
The Economy

IMF Trims 2015 Growth Forecast to 3.8%

In addition, the financial markets of some advanced economies may be overheating, increasing the risk of an equity price correction this year, says the IMF.
By Matthew Heller | October 7, 2014
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