Tag: #debt

U.N. warns global economy will stay in “low gear,” with growth stuck below pre-pandemic pace

U.N. forecasts global growth slowing to 2.7% in 2026, citing high debt, weak investment and trade tensions, while uneven AI gains deepen divides.

#globaleconomy, #ungrowth, #debt, #trade, #ai

Sri Lanka’s Cyclone Ditwah Recovery Meets IMF Limits as $206 Million Emergency Loan Arrives

After Cyclone Ditwah killed hundreds and caused $4.1B in damage, Sri Lanka gets $206M IMF emergency funds as a key bailout review is delayed.

#srilanka, #imf, #cyclone, #debt, #climate

Senegal Nears New IMF Deal After Audit Uncovers Hidden Debt and Triggers Funding Freeze

Senegal says it is close to a new IMF program after audits revealed unreported obligations that lifted debt to about 132% of GDP and froze funding.

#senegal, #imf, #debt, #africa, #eurobonds

Japan Approves Record ¥122.3 Trillion Budget as Debt-Servicing Costs Surge

Tokyo’s fiscal 2026 budget boosts defense and social security while debt-service costs top ¥30 trillion as higher rates squeeze finances.

#japan, #budget, #debt, #defense, #interestrates

Japan Approves Record ¥122.3 Trillion Budget as Rising Rates Push Debt Costs Past ¥30 Trillion

Tokyo’s draft FY2026 budget boosts defense and social security, but surging interest costs lift debt service above ¥30 trillion, tightening fiscal room.

#japan, #budget, #debt, #interestrates, #defense

EBRD Revises 2025 Growth Forecast for Emerging Economies Amid Challenges

EBRD ups 2025 growth forecast to 3.1% but warns of risks from inflation, tariffs, and debt in emerging regions.

#ebrd, #emergingeconomies, #growthforecast, #inflation, #debt

Surge in Global Bond Yields and Gold Prices Reflects Market Anxiety

Global markets face volatility as bond yields and gold prices surge, underscoring fiscal uncertainties and geopolitical tensions.

#financialmarkets, #bonds, #gold, #debt, #geopoliticaltensions

House Races to Pass Trump's Ambitious "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" by July 4

Legislation seeks to extend tax cuts, increase defense spending, and impose cuts on social programs, stirring political controversy.

#trump, #taxcuts, #socialprograms, #politics, #debt

IMF and World Bank Warn of Global Economic Threats Amid Trade Tensions

IMF and World Bank caution on global economic stability due to US tariffs and emerging market debts.

#IMF, #World Bank, #trade tensions, #global economy, #debt