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www.theguardian.com
1 hour ago
Business

IMF tells UK not to cut taxes as it warns over 30bn fiscal hole

IMF opposes pre-election tax cuts from Jeremy Hunt due to looming 30bn deficit in UK's finances. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Chancellor 'resist' spending cuts unless he can say where they will fall, IFS warns

Jeremy Hunt considering tax cuts despite warnings from IFS and IMF
IFS warns against more public spending cuts and calls for detailed spending plans before tax cuts [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

IMF warns Jeremy Hunt against further tax cuts in March Budget

The IMF has warned Jeremy Hunt against cutting taxes in the March Budget due to Britain's ageing population and mounting debt pile.
The IMF argues that funding the transition to net zero and protecting public services will require higher spending in the medium term. [ more ]
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ReadWrite
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

IMF chief warns of AI "tsunami" facing six in 10 jobs

AI impact on labor market highlighted by IMF chief Georgieva, requiring swift preparation and adaptation. [ more ]
The Economic Times
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

IMF chief says AI holds risks, 'tremendous opportunity' for global economy

AI will affect 60 percent of jobs in advanced economies, according to the IMF.
The impact of AI on jobs will vary depending on skill level, with higher skilled jobs being more affected. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago
Business

IMF promises Pakistan immediate' release of $1.1bn loan after key meet

Pakistan seeks $1.1bn IMF loan tranche for ailing economy, emphasizes need for deep reforms. [ more ]
Axios
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Behind the IMF's warning to Biden and Congress on deficit spending

The IMF alarm about US fiscal slippages and growing public debt, impact on global economy. Costly servicing US debt increases with deficit spending. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

Beware risks of voter giveaways to public finances, countries facing elections told

The IMF warns against pre-election voter giveaways to avoid risks to public finances. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
Europe politics

Rishi Sunak's fading election hopes hit by triple whammy

The UK government may not be able to afford a pre-election tax cut, according to the IMF.
Rishi Sunak's troubles are compounded by revelations that business secretary Kemi Badenoch is part of a Tory WhatsApp group called the Evil Plotters'. [ more ]
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

IMF Demands Changes to El Salvador's Bitcoin law: Report

IMF demands changes to El Salvador's pro-Bitcoin law, impacting $1.4 billion credit line negotiations. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Ukraine war briefing: anti-Putin forces behind raids into Russia speak out

Ken Buck signed a petition to force a vote on Ukraine aid bill.
International support for Ukraine: IMF aid and EU's plan to seize Russian assets. [ more ]
www.france24.com
3 months ago
Europe news

IMF chief warns European governments may 'regret' backing protesting farmers

IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva warns European governments against providing greater financial support to protesting farmers.
Georgieva cautions that if governments give in to the demands of farmers, it could weaken the economies and lead to regret in the future. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Growth hacking

Why does the IMF predict strong Russian growth despite sanctions?

The IMF has raised its growth outlook for Russia's economy this year, despite sanctions imposed for its invasion of Ukraine.
The IMF has downgraded its expectations for the eurozone's growth forecast, with European nations trailing behind Russia. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Watch live: Sunak faces Starmer in PMQs as Labour says it won't cut bankers' bonuses

Rishi Sunak faces Sir Keir Starmer during PMQs
Challenges for the Conservatives include an IMF warning and internal divisions
The UK population is projected to rise by 6.6 million by 2036 [ more ]
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