IMF Warns AI Investment Pullback Could Create Global Growth and Financial Risks
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warns that a sharp decline in AI investment could affect global growth and financial stability as energy costs, debt and El Niño add pressure.
Pakistan, IMF Discuss Upcoming Programme Review as Government Reaffirms Reform Commitment
Pakistan and the IMF discussed the forthcoming programme review in New York, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirming the government’s commitment to reforms, fiscal discipline, stronger external buffers and sustainable economic growth.
IMF Projects 3% Global Economic Growth for 2026 Amid Rising Risks
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said global growth is expected to reach around 3% in 2026, while warning about energy risks, high public debt, stalled disinflation and AI uncertainty.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva Commends Pakistan Economic Stability and Structural Reform Progress
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva praises Pakistan fiscal discipline and reform efforts during a strategic meeting with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb.
IMF Chief Commends Pakistan’s Economic Reforms, Backs Continuation of IMF Programme
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has praised Pakistan’s commitment to difficult economic reforms, citing improved budget discipline and reaffirming IMF support for continued programme engagement.
Pakistan’s finance minister heads to Washington for IMF and World Bank talks amid bailout negotiations
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has embarked on a six-day visit to Washington to meet IMF and World Bank leadership, aiming to secure a staff-level agreement and boost international confidence in Pakistan’s economic recovery.