Saudis to give Pakistan $3 billion in aid, defer oil payments to ease crisis
Imran Khan had said before departing that his country is "desperate" to shore up its foreign currency reserves.
Oct 23, 2018, 22:19 PM IST
China denies CPEC is reason for Pakistan economy's current crumbling state
China claims CPEC is for the economic good of its 'all-weather friend' Pakistan.
Oct 23, 2018, 19:23 PM IST
In need of money for economic recovery, Imran Khan to visit three 'friendly' countries
There is hope that if countries like Saudi Arabia and China help, financial assistance from IMF may not be required.
Oct 22, 2018, 17:04 PM IST
Pakistan ready to share details of CPEC debts with IMF for bailout package
Pakistan's current year debt repayments were about USD 9 billion but obviously it would not entirely be available from the IMF.
Oct 14, 2018, 17:19 PM IST
Increasing Chinese involvement disastrous for Pakistan’s economy, warns IMF
IMF has been critical of providing further loans since most of it could go in repaying the debts to China accrued in the 'Silk Road' project.
Oct 10, 2018, 14:50 PM IST
Global growth under cloud over further escalation of trade tension: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Wednesday warned that global growth may be significantly harmed with further escalation of trade tension, which is a result of the uneven global economic recovery that has fuelled inward-looking policies and contributed to increased policy uncertainty.
Oct 10, 2018, 06:31 AM IST
Pakistani rupee tumbles about 5% in apparent central bank devaluation
The central bank runs what is widely seen as a managed float, though its official stance is that the currency is freely traded.
Oct 09, 2018, 15:53 PM IST
IMF credits PM Modi for reforms, projects India as fastest growing economy
The International Monetary Fund acknowledged that important economic reforms have been implemented under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Oct 09, 2018, 08:12 AM IST
IMF projects India's growth at 7.3 per cent in 2018, at 7.4 per cent in 2019
If projections are true, then India would regain the tag of fastest-growing major economies of the world.
Oct 09, 2018, 07:35 AM IST
Global growth has plateaued at 3.7 per cent; clouds on the horizon: IMF
Global growth has plateaued at 3.7 per cent, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said Tuesday, with its chief economist warning the world that there are clouds on the horizon and growth has proven to be less balanced than hoped.
Oct 09, 2018, 07:28 AM IST
India's growth remains quite robust into future: IMF
IMF had earlier forecast a growth rate of 7.3 percent in 2018 and 7.5 percent in 2019 for India.
Jul 18, 2018, 11:12 AM IST
Election to test Pakistan democracy amid allegations of military meddling
Intensifying allegations of military interference threaten to cast a shadow over Pakistan`s general election on July 25, a historic event that will mark only the country`s second ever democratic transition of power.
Jun 02, 2018, 12:34 PM IST
IMF urges countries to work constructively together to reduce trade barriers
Describing the United States' decision to impose metal tariffs on the European Union, Canada and Mexico as unfortunate, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged countries to work constructively together to reduce barriers.
Jun 01, 2018, 08:37 AM IST
India fastest growing economy at 7.4% in 2018: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reaffirmed on Wednesday that India will be the fastest growing major economy in 2018, with a growth rate of 7.4 per cent that rises to 7.8 per cent in 2019 with medium-term prospects remaining positive.
May 09, 2018, 09:19 AM IST
IMF chief calls Kathua rape-murder revolting, says PM Modi needs to pay more attention to women
International Monetary Fund (IMF) chief Christine Lagarde on Thursday called on India`s leader to focus more on women in the wake of the "revolting" rape and murder of two young girls.
Apr 20, 2018, 06:22 AM IST
Military and debt servicing swallow more than half of Pakistan budget, only 15.2 percent for development
In 2018-19, Pakistan will borrow more than it will repay.
Apr 19, 2018, 00:21 AM IST
Global growth expected be 3.9 percent in 2018 and 2019: IMF
The IMF on Tuesday projected a global growth of 3.9 percent in the next two years.
Apr 17, 2018, 20:02 PM IST
India will grow at 7.4 percent in 2018, China at 6.6 percent, projects IMF
India has made progress on structural reforms in the recent past.
Apr 17, 2018, 19:28 PM IST
IMF's Lagarde: Trade protectionism threatens economic growth
Trump last month imposed steep tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, and announced pending tariffs on $50 billion in Chinese goods in retaliation for alleged theft of intellectual property.
Apr 11, 2018, 13:35 PM IST
Forex reserves down by $152.4 million to $421.334 billion: RBI
In the previous week, the reserves had increased by $728.9 million to $421.487 billion.
Mar 23, 2018, 20:05 PM IST
