International Monetary Fund: News
Pakistan still spending almost $1M a month on US lobbying
Pakistan is reportedly still spending around $900,000 a month on its lobbying efforts in the United States even as the country is facing severe economic challenges, including a worsening water crisis and rising fuel prices after the Iran war.
India's forex reserves fall by $8.09B to $688.894B
India's foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a major decline, falling by $8.094 billion to settle at $688.894 billion for the week ending May 15, data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) revealed.
RBI governor hints at fuel price hike in India
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra has warned that India may have to raise retail fuel prices if the ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues.
How digitalization improved MSME productivity in India: IMF study
A recent working paper from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted how India's public administration digitalization reforms have improved productivity in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
'Not like India...': Pakistan minister admits zero strategic oil reserves
Pakistan is facing a fuel crisis as global oil prices hit $126 per barrel, the highest since 2022. The spike is due to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
India's forex reserves jump by $3.8B to hit $700.9B
India's foreign exchange (forex) reserves have seen a significant weekly increase of $3.8 billion, taking the total to $700.9 billion for the week ending April 10, 2026.
India slips to 6th-largest economy in 2025
India has slipped to the sixth-largest economy in the world in 2025, according to the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) data.
India's GDP to grow at 6.5% in FY27, says IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India's GDP growth forecast for the current fiscal year to 6.5%.
Pakistan explores financing options to repay $3B UAE loan
Pakistan is exploring multiple financing avenues to repay a $3 billion loan from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Are IMF's tax recommendations harming India?
India has received the highest number of regressive tax recommendations from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) between 2022 and 2024, a report by Oxfam has revealed.
IMF, World Bank to revise global growth forecasts downward
Top finance officials from around the world are set to meet in Washington this week amid the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Why ECB chief might quit before French presidential election
European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde is reportedly considering stepping down before the next French presidential election in 2027.
India's economy to grow at 7.2% in FY27: Economic Survey
India's economy is projected to grow between 6.8% and 7.2% in the fiscal year 2026-27 (FY27), according to the Economic Survey tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday.
India's forex reserves surge by $14B to $700B
India's foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a significant increase, rising by $14.17 billion to reach $701.36 billion in the week ending January 16, 2026, as per data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Global economy to grow at 3.3% in 2026: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected a resilient global economic growth of 3.3% in 2026 and 3.2% in 2027.
IMF likely to upgrade India's growth forecast
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is expected to revise its growth forecast for India in the upcoming World Economic Outlook report.
'Receiving many jet orders, won't need IMF's help': Pakistan minister
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has claimed that the country is receiving record orders for fighter jets that it may not need future bailouts from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
India's forex reserves continue upward trend, reach $700B
India's foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a significant increase of $3.29 billion, bringing the total to an impressive $696.61 billion as of December 26, 2025.
At $5 trillion, India's household gold worth more than GDP
India's love for gold has reached a new high, with the country's household gold reserves possibly surpassing the $5 trillion mark.
Pakistan loses as much as 6.5% GDP to corruption: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has identified corruption as a major hurdle for cash-strapped Pakistan.
India's forex reserves fall by $2.2B to $698B billion
India's foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a decline, dropping by $2.18 billion to stand at $697.78 billion on October 10, according to the Reserve Bank of India(RBI).
IMF raises India's growth forecast in FY26 to 6.6%
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its growth forecast for India's economy in the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26).
Is US economy sliding into recession amid government shutdown?
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the US economy is showing signs of weakness, but it has avoided a recession predicted by many experts six months ago.
Former RBI Governor appointed as Executive Director at IMF
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved Dr. Urjit Patel's appointment as the Executive Director (ED) at the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
India's economy to grow at 6.4% in FY26: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India's economic growth forecast for the financial year 2025-26 to 6.4%, an upward revision of 20 basis points from its April 2025 projection.
Why Gita Gopinath is leaving IMF before her term ends
Gita Gopinath, the Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has announced her decision to resign from her position.
Modi calls out double standards on terrorism at G7 Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the G7 Outreach Session in Kananaskis, Canada, where he called for a united global front against terrorism and an end to double standards.
India's forex reserves jump by $5.17B to $697B—reversing previous dip
India's foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a significant increase, rising by $5.17 billion to reach $696.66 billion for the week ending June 6, data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday showed.
IMF defends $1 billion bailout package to Pakistan
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has defended its recent $1 billion bailout package for Pakistan, saying the country met all necessary targets for disbursement.
'Pakistan giving Masood Azhar ₹14cr…IMF must rethink loan': Rajnath Singh
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has urged the International Monetary Fund(IMF) to reconsider its $2.1 billion bailout package for Pakistan.
Jaishankar tells Rubio, India's approach measured, responsible
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has confirmed that he spoke to United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
IMF's $1B Pakistan bailout sparks anger in India
India's abstention from the recent International Monetary Fund (IMF) vote has been noted amid concerns and criticism in India regarding the IMF's decision.
Trump hints at tariff relief for China—What's behind the shift?
US President Donald Trump has hinted at a possible decrease in import duties on Chinese goods.
India to surpass Japan as fourth-largest economy this year: IMF
India is set to overtake Japan as the world's fourth-largest economy later this year, data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) shows.
Government recalls Krishnamurthy V Subramanian from IMF, 6 months early
The Indian government has recalled Krishnamurthy V Subramanian, the Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for India, six months before his three-year term was to end.
India asks IMF, others to review Pakistan funding
India will raise its concerns over Pakistan's funding with all multilateral development banks (MDBs), including the International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank, and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), a senior government official said.
Trump's tariffs a threat to global economy, IMF warns
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs could negatively affect the global economy.
Debt-ridden Pakistan plans to legalize crypto to boost revenue
Pakistan is moving closer to legalizing cryptocurrency trading, newly appointed Pakistan Crypto Council CEO Bilal bin Saqib said.
IMF projects India to be fastest-growing major economy in FY26
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has predicted that India will continue to be the world's fastest-growing major economy.
Why IMF's Gita Gopinath is urging India to reduce tariffs
Gita Gopinath, the first Deputy Managing Director of International Monetary Fund (IMF), has advised India to reduce its tariffs.