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The global economy is doing better than feared—but worse than needed. As the world navigates rapid change and rising unc...
10/08/2025

The global economy is doing better than feared—but worse than needed.

As the world navigates rapid change and rising uncertainty, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva raises the curtain on the with a clear call to action to policymakers: together we can deliver good policies that underpin free markets with smart regulations, strong institutions, reliable data and robust safety nets—policies with the power to further increase resilience and accelerate growth.

Watch her full speech: https://www.imf.org/en/News/Articles/2025/10/08/sp100825-annual-meetings-2025-curtain-raiser

Emerging markets could boost output by up to 11%, and advanced economies by 4% over the long term, by making every penny...
10/07/2025

Emerging markets could boost output by up to 11%, and advanced economies by 4% over the long term, by making every penny of taxpayer resources count.

For example, Rwanda’s remarkable progress in health, education, and infrastructure came from more efficient public spending. Our latest Fiscal Monitor shows that governments can unlock significant long-term growth by reallocating resources and improving efficiency.

Read our blog: https://www.imf.org/en/Blogs/Articles/2025/10/07/spending-smarter-to-boost-growth

Greater uncertainty typically increases investor risk aversion and boosts demand for safe-haven assets, leading to volat...
10/07/2025

Greater uncertainty typically increases investor risk aversion and boosts demand for safe-haven assets, leading to volatility and liquidity strains in foreign exchange markets. See our blog on how policymakers should enhance market surveillance through systemic risk monitoring and integrating stress testing.

Read our new blog: https://www.imf.org/en/Blogs/Articles/2025/10/07/economic-uncertainty-can-test-the-resilience-of-the-foreign-exchange-market

Watch the video discussion and learn more about the Global Financial Stability Report: https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/GFSR/Issues/2025/10/14/global-financial-stability-report-october-2025?cid=sm-com-fb-AM2025-GFSREA2025002

Kristalina Georgieva: Delighted to welcome Dan Katz to the IMF as our new First Deputy Managing Director. Dan brings dee...
10/06/2025

Kristalina Georgieva: Delighted to welcome Dan Katz to the IMF as our new First Deputy Managing Director. Dan brings deep knowledge and dedication to public service - an incredible asset to our mission. Looking forward to working together to serve our members.

Past financial market turbulence often hit emerging markets especially hard, causing capital outflows and inflation surg...
10/06/2025

Past financial market turbulence often hit emerging markets especially hard, causing capital outflows and inflation surges. Strengthened policies have helped to foster greater resilience, as we show in a blog drawing on our latest research report.

Read our new blog: https://www.imf.org/en/Blogs/Articles/2025/10/06/good-policies-and-good-luck-helped-emerging-economies-better-resist-shocks

Learn more about the Global Financial Stability Report: https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/GFSR/Issues/2025/10/14/global-financial-stability-report-october-2025?cid=sm-com-fb-AM2025-GFSREA2025002

Emerging markets have demonstrated remarkable resilience to risk-off shocks in recent years. While external conditions p...
10/06/2025

Emerging markets have demonstrated remarkable resilience to risk-off shocks in recent years. While external conditions played a role, stronger macroeconomic policy frameworks have been key to improving stability and reducing reliance on FX interventions.

Our latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) chapter 2 argues that to navigate future risk-off episodes, emerging markets must continue strengthening policy frameworks to help ease policy trade-offs and reduce the probability of sudden stops. Countries with weaker frameworks should avoid delaying monetary tightening in face of persistent price pressures.

https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/WEO/Issues/2025/10/14/world-economic-outlook-october-2025?cid=sm-com-x-AM2025-WEOEA2025002

The IMF Executive Board today approved the appointment of Dan Katz as First Deputy Managing Director (FDMD), with an eff...
10/03/2025

The IMF Executive Board today approved the appointment of Dan Katz as First Deputy Managing Director (FDMD), with an effective start date of October 6, 2025.

FDMD Katz brings extensive experience from his roles at the US Treasury Department, where he represented the United States at international fora including the Financial Stability Board.

He also spent several years in the think tank community as a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, focusing on central banking, international economic issues, and economic statecraft. https://imf.org/en/News/Articles/2025/10/03/pr25328-imf-announces-appointment-of-dan-katz-as-first-deputy-managing-director

Industrial policies are making a strong comeback. While they can jump-start domestic industries and strengthen energy se...
10/03/2025

Industrial policies are making a strong comeback. While they can jump-start domestic industries and strengthen energy security, they can also involve higher consumer prices, high fiscal costs, and possible misallocation across sectors.

Our latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) chapter 3 highlights how policy design—appropriate targeting, and complementary reforms—and market discipline matter for effective outcomes. https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/WEO/Issues/2025/10/14/world-economic-outlook-october-2025?cid=sm-com-fb-AM2025-WEOEA2025002

09/29/2025

Mark your calendars: The 2025 IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings will take place from October 13-18, with global policymakers discussing how economies are adjusting to the changing economic landscape, and the actions needed to rebuild resilience and boost growth.

Join us virtually for livestreamed sessions, expert panel discussions, and press conferences. Explore the agenda and sign up for updates at: https://meetings.imf.org

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