The World Bank lowered its 2013 and 2014 economic growth forecasts for China and most of developing East Asia on Monday, citing slower growth in the world’s most populous nation as well as weaker commodity prices that have hurt exports and investments in countries such as Indonesia. “Developing East Asia […]
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Managing the New Transitions in the Global Economy
An Address by Christine Lagarde Managing Director, International Monetary Fund George Washington University, Washington DC, October 3, 2013 As prepared for delivery Good morning. It is a real privilege to visit one of our closest neighbors. Let me thank President Knapp for graciously hosting me, as well as Gordon Gebert […]
Côte d’Ivoire Economic Growth to Exceed 8.5% in 2013-IMF
By Peter OBIORA InvestAdvocate Lagos (INVESTADVOCATE)-The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Tuesday said Côte d’Ivoire’s economic growth is expected to exceed 8.5 percent (8.5%) in 2013 and inflation remaining moderate. This is coming on the heels of discussions on the IMF’s Article IV consultation and the fourth review […]