OPINION/EDITORIAL

The Economic Outlook and Path of Policy

April 3, 2025/US Federal Reserve By Governor Lisa D. Cook Thank you, Dr. Ripoll. It is wonderful to be here at the University of Pittsburgh. I am honored to deliver the 2025 McKay Lecture in memory of Dr. Marion McKay, who led the economics department here for more than 30 […]

Korea’s Rapid Aging Doesn’t Have to Be Economic Destiny

(Credit: aomam/iStock by Getty Images) April 3, 2025/IMFBlog Strong economic fundamentals and sound macroeconomic policies have helped the Korean economy through multiple shocks in recent years. However, potential growth has slowed more quickly than in other major advanced economies, and the economic expansion is likely to moderate this year. The […]

Nigeria’s Net Reserves at 3-Yr High

April 2, 2025/CSL Research Nigeria’s net foreign exchange reserves (NFER) have surged to their highest levels in over three years, reflecting the success of recent measures implemented by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to bolster its financial buffers. According to a statement released by the CBN on Tuesday, NFER […]