International Monetary Fund (IMF)13 hrs ago'Bit of pain' worth long-term security from Iran, Bessent tells BBCUS Treasury Secretary said a "small bit of economic pain" was worth it to eliminate the threat of Iranian strikes on Western capitals.13 hrs ago15 hrs agoUK faces biggest hit to growth from Iran war of major economies, IMF saysThe financial body cuts its growth forecast for the UK and warns the war threatens to throw the global economy "off course".15 hrs ago18 hrs agoIMF: Oil prices and war could derail global growthThe BBC’s Michelle Fleury explains why oil, inflation and interest rates are key risks as the IMF warns war and soaring energy prices could hit the global economy.18 hrs ago19 Jan 2026IMF warns of trade tension risk to global growthTrade tensions and a reversal in the AI boom are among the main risks to global economic growth, the IMF says.19 Jan 202622 Oct 2025Stable inflation gives chancellor space to break doom loopSteady inflation and lower bond yields gives Rachel Reeves an opportunity, but will she take it?22 Oct 202520 Oct 2025Chancellor says Brexit deal caused long-term damage to economyRachel Reeves made the comments about the 2020 deal at a key meeting of the world's leading finance ministers and central bankers.20 Oct 202519 Oct 2025Bankers on edge, a gilded cash room and US blaming China - my week with global finance eliteAfter five days talking to ministers, bankers and trade negotiators at the IMF, the BBC's Faisal Islam assesses the global outlook.19 Oct 202514 Oct 2025UK will be second-fastest-growing G7 economy, IMF predictsBut the UK is also predicted to suffer the highest rate of inflation in the G7 both this year and next.14 Oct 202525 Jul 2025Government considering having borrowing assessed once a yearThe move comes after the IMF suggested the change would reduce pressure for "overly-frequent changes to policy".25 Jul 2025...
