IMF: Outlook for world economy is brighter, though still modest by historical standards

IMF: Outlook for world economy brighter

WASHINGTON — The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its outlook for the global economy this year, saying the world appears headed for a “soft landing” — reining in inflation without much economic pain and producing steady if modest growth. The IMF now envisions a 3.2 percent worldwide expansion this year, up a tick from the

IMF raises growth forecast for Saudi economy to 6% in 2025

RIYADH: The International Monetary Fund has raised its expectations for Saudi Arabia’s economic growth in 2025 to 6 percent – up from 5.5 percent predicted earlier this year.  In its latest report, the IMF also noted that the Kingdom’s output will grow by 2.6 percent in 2024, down 0.1 percent compared to the previous projection.  The financial institution added that the overall economic growth in the Middle East and Central Asian region is pro…

IMF sees slow, steady 2024 global growth; China, inflation pose risks

The IMF's forecast of China's 2024 growth remains unchanged - with growth to fall to 4.6 per cent from 5.2 per cent in 2023.

IMF: Outlook for world economy is brighter, though still modest by historical standards

WASHINGTON (AP) — The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its outlook for the global economy this year, saying the world appears headed for a “soft…

IMF Ups Global Growth Forecast. But It Raises a Flag About Inflation.

IMF projects sharply stronger growth for U.S. in 2024