Global economy faces 'new mediocre risk' in 2015: IMF
Terming 2015 as a make or break year, IMF chief Christine Lagarde Saturday said the global economy faces the risk of getting stuck in a 'new mediocre' or a prolonged period of slow growth and feeble job creation.
Jan 24, 2015, 20:19 PM IST
Reforms 'essential' after ECB stimulus: IMF's Lagarde
International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde on Thursday hailed the European Central Bank`s decision to launch a massive stimulus program, but urged eurozone authorities to undertake needed economic reforms.
Jan 22, 2015, 22:02 PM IST
IMF chief warns Greece: `A debt is a debt`
International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde on Monday warned of "consequences" if European countries try to renegotiate their debts, ahead of Greek elections which an anti-austerity party is favoured to win.
Jan 19, 2015, 18:31 PM IST
Davos predictions: Win some, lose some
As the world`s business and political elite ascends the Swiss Alps for an annual bout of crystal-ball gazing this week, history suggests the Davos pundits are likely to get plenty of things wrong.
Jan 19, 2015, 12:58 PM IST
Global economic outlook glum despite cheaper oil: IMF
A sharp drop in oil prices and a stronger U.S. economy probably won`t be enough to brighten the outlook for global growth this year, the head of the International Monetary Fund warned on Thursday.
Jan 16, 2015, 00:16 AM IST
Cheaper oil `bolsters` ECB case for more stimulus: Lagarde
IMF chief Christine Lagarde on Thursday encouraged the European Central Bank to unleash fresh stimulus on the ailing eurozone, saying falling global oil prices increase the risk of deflation.
Jan 15, 2015, 23:32 PM IST
IMF`s Lagarde `disappointed` by US inaction on reforms
International Monetary Fund Managing Director Christine Lagarde said Friday she was disappointed that the US Congress failed this week to ratify crucial IMF reforms supported by other major countries.
Dec 12, 2014, 22:10 PM IST
Lower oil prices will boost global economy: IMF chief Lagarde
The recent decline in oil prices will help boost global economy, IMF chief Christine Lagarde has said, as global oil prices have tumbled to multi year low.
Dec 02, 2014, 08:58 AM IST
IMF says lower oil prices positive for global economy
Falling oil prices are positive for the global economy as a whole, though they may hurt individual commodity exporters, IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde said on Monday.
Dec 02, 2014, 05:20 AM IST
IMF lauds WTO accord after India-US food security deal
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has welcomed the World Trade Organization (WTO) agreement on public stock holding for food security, paving the way for signing the trade facilitation agreement for easing global custom rules.
Nov 30, 2014, 22:37 PM IST
Lagarde for expeditious quota reforms at IMF
IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde on Sunday said she agreed with G20 leaders' call for expeditious implementation of the quota and governance reforms at the global financial institution.
Nov 16, 2014, 21:08 PM IST
Stock market plunge an 'over-reaction': IMF's Lagarde
International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde said Friday the plunge in global stock exchanges this week was due to a market "over-reaction".
Oct 17, 2014, 23:35 PM IST
Growth gloom knocks stocks back a year
IMF chief said there was a 35-40% chance of the eurozone slipping back into recession if action was not taken.
Oct 10, 2014, 23:59 PM IST
IMF chief promises 'belly-dance' if US endorses reforms
Frustrated with the US Congress's refusal to vote through crucial reforms at the International Monetary Fund, IMF chief Christine Lagarde has promised a show if they do -- a belly dance.
Oct 10, 2014, 10:40 AM IST
Eurozone faces `serious risk` of new recession: IMF
International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde warned Thursday that the eurozone could fall back into recession if action is not taken to prevent it.
Oct 09, 2014, 22:02 PM IST
IMF worried about sustained slow global growth
IMF chief Christine Lagarde warned Thursday that the global economy could be sinking into a prolonged period of "mediocre" growth which could endanger efforts to bring down unemployment worldwide.
Oct 02, 2014, 21:29 PM IST
IMF's Lagarde says women vital for global recovery
Empowerment of women and equal opportunities are crucial for driving a stronger global economic recovery, and for revitalising Japan, the head of the International Monetary Fund said on Friday.
Sep 12, 2014, 17:59 PM IST
IMF board stands behind Lagarde over French probe
The International Monetary Fund`s board on Friday stood behind the global lender`s leader Christine Lagarde, who is facing a criminal investigation in France tied to a political corruption probe dating from 2008.
Aug 30, 2014, 09:19 AM IST
IMF approves $1.4 billion in new funds for Ukraine
The International Monetary Fund approved Friday the release of nearly USD1.4 billion in fresh funds for troubled Ukraine, as the country faces an escalation in fighting with pro-Russia separatists.
Aug 30, 2014, 00:42 AM IST
IMF board likely to back Lagarde during French probe: Sources
The International Monetary Fund`s board is likely to stand behind the global lender`s leader, Christine Lagarde, who is facing a criminal investigation in France tied to a political corruption probe, sources close to the board said.
Aug 29, 2014, 10:38 AM IST
