Keywords: International Monetary Fund


Bolivia moves closer to IMF financing package worth up to $2.8 billion

Bolivia is on the verge of securing a major financial support package from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), a development that could strengthen the country's foreign currency reserves and unlock additional funding from international lenders. Economy Minister Gabriel Espinoza said an agreement......

Egypt awaits IMF approval of seventh review under economic reform program

Egypt is expected to receive a new financial disbursement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in the coming weeks as the institution prepares to review the country's ongoing economic reform program. According to Egyptian officials, the IMF's Executive Board is expected to consider the......

IMF forecasts temporary slowdown for UAE economy before stronger rebound in 2027

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) expects the United Arab Emirates to experience a temporary slowdown in economic activity during 2026 before returning to stronger growth in 2027, supported by higher oil exports and resilient public finances. In its latest assessment following the annual consultation......

IMF warns global energy markets are becoming more vulnerable to geopolitical shocks

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that global energy markets are becoming increasingly vulnerable as the safety buffers that helped absorb the initial impact of recent geopolitical tensions continue to shrink. In its latest assessment, the IMF noted that surplus production capacity, weaker......

China’s industrial profits slide as deflation weighs on recovery

China’s industrial sector saw a sharp drop in profits in November, reflecting persistent deflationary pressures and weakening domestic demand that continue to challenge the country’s post-pandemic recovery. Official data showed that profits for major industrial firms fell 13.1% year-on-year......

Morocco among Africa’s top debtors, faces growing external risks

Morocco has emerged as the fourth most indebted country in Africa, with external debt reaching $45.65 billion in 2023, according to a report by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). The report, titled “State of Play of Debt Burden in Africa and the Caribbean," highlights Morocco’s......

Ageing population: What you should know about Morocco’s demographic shift

Morocco, like many nations worldwide, is experiencing a significant demographic transition characterized by an ageing population, declining birth rates, and notable social and economic implications. The latest census data reveals that the country’s population has surpassed 37 million, with the......

Morocco’s tourism sector breaks records with bold strategies for 2030

In 2025, Morocco’s tourism industry is enjoying an unprecedented boom, reflecting the success of government strategies that have transformed the kingdom into one of the world’s most sought-after travel destinations. During the first quarter of the year alone, Morocco welcomed an impressive......

Morocco's Economic Growth Projected at 3.9% for 2025

Morocco's economy is set to expand by 3.9% in 2025, with a subsequent growth rate of 3.7% anticipated for the following year, according to the latest forecast from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This outlook was unveiled during the Spring Meetings of the IMF and World Bank held in Washington,......