Lebanon Moves to Return Depositors' Frozen Funds
Lebanon's Cabinet has approved a draft law to return billions in deposits lost during the 2019 financial meltdown. Discover the recovery plan's details and challenges ahead.
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Pakistani consortium buys 75% stake in PIA
A Pakistani consortium has acquired a 75% stake in the national carrier PIA for 135bn rupees, marking a key privatisation demanded by the IMF. Read the full details.
Economists Call for Sri Lanka Debt Payment Halt
Over 120 leading economists, including Nobel winner Joseph Stiglitz, demand immediate suspension of Sri Lanka's debt repayments following catastrophic Cyclone Ditwah. Read their urgent plea for a new restructuring plan.
Milei's Argentina Issues Dollar Bond After 8-Year Hiatus
Argentina returns to international debt markets with a new dollar bond, aiming to manage $4.2bn January debt without draining reserves. Analysis of Milei's economic strategy inside.
Labour's Powell: Listen more to party members
In her first major speech as Labour's deputy leader, Lucy Powell calls for radical internal reforms to give party members greater influence over policy and direction.
GCSE and A-Level English reforms target literacy gap
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to English GCSEs and A-Levels to address England's stubborn literacy gap and regional achievement disparities.
IMF warns private credit boom threatens financial stability
The International Monetary Fund warns that explosive growth in private credit markets poses significant risks to global financial stability, calling for urgent regulatory oversight.
IMF Chief: Non-Bank Lending Risks Keep Me Awake
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva reveals her biggest economic fear - the explosive growth of non-bank lending that could trigger the next global financial crisis.
UK economy stalls with zero GDP growth in August
Britain's economic recovery hit a roadblock in August with zero GDP growth, casting shadows on Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget amid IMF growth downgrade warnings.
IMF Downgrades US Economy as Australian Tourists Avoid America
The International Monetary Fund slashes US growth forecasts amid Trump administration policies, while Australian travellers avoid America due to economic uncertainty and political tensions.
Global Debt to Hit 100% of GDP by 2029 - IMF
The International Monetary Fund issues stark warning as global government debt is projected to reach 100% of GDP within five years, with the UK facing particularly challenging economic headwinds.
Reeves faces tax rise or spending cut dilemma in budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces difficult decisions as IMF analysis reveals significant fiscal shortfall, with potential tax increases or spending cuts looming in Labour's inaugural budget.
IMF backs Rachel Reeves as UK becomes 'beacon of stability'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves receives major IMF endorsement for her economic strategy, with Britain praised as a model of stability amid global uncertainty. Discover how tax reforms and fiscal discipline are driving UK growth.
IMF warns of 'turbulent decade' for global economy
The International Monetary Fund warns of sustained economic turbulence with downgraded growth forecasts and rising geopolitical tensions threatening global stability.
IMF Warning: UK Economy Overheating for Profits, Not Pay
The International Monetary Fund delivers a stark warning about Britain's overheating economy, where corporate profits soar while wages stagnate, creating dangerous economic imbalances.
IMF Slashes UK Growth Forecast in Blow to Starmer
The International Monetary Fund's stark growth downgrade exposes the economic challenges awaiting Labour's new government, with inflation concerns and fiscal constraints threatening Keir Starmer's ambitions.
IMF: UK Faces Highest G7 Inflation Amid Tax Hike Fears
The International Monetary Fund issues stark warning as UK inflation outpaces all G7 nations, creating major headache for Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of autumn budget.
IMF Cuts Global Growth Forecast as Trump Tariffs Bite
The International Monetary Fund warns of significant economic damage from new US trade policies, with UK growth projections downgraded amid global uncertainty.
US-China Rare Earths Showdown in Beijing Talks
In a critical diplomatic mission, US Treasury Secretary meets Chinese officials amid escalating tensions over rare earth minerals, port fees, and IMF concerns about global trade fragmentation.
IMF Warning: Global Economy Faces Perfect Storm
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warns of multiple economic dangers converging simultaneously, urging nations to prepare for turbulent times ahead as growth forecasts darken.
UK Wage Growth Slows Sharply as Job Market Cools
UK wage growth has hit its slowest pace in over two years while unemployment rises, signalling a cooling labour market. Meanwhile, Argentina secures IMF bailout and stock markets show mixed performance.
AI Bubble Fears Grow as Financial Giants Issue Warnings
Global financial institutions warn of artificial intelligence stock market bubble as investors pour billions into AI companies amid growing economic concerns.
Gold breaks $4,000 barrier in historic market move
Gold prices smash through the $4,000 barrier for the first time ever amid Federal Reserve speculation and economic concerns, while Vertu Motors warns of profit hits from JLR supply disruptions.
Kyle's Workers' Rights Reforms Transform UK Employment
Groundbreaking workers' rights reforms championed by Kyle promise to reshape Britain's employment sector with enhanced protections and fairer workplace practices.
SEND Reforms Risk Repeating Universal Credit Failures
A damning IFS report cautions that the government's planned special educational needs reforms risk mirroring the catastrophic rollout of Universal Credit, potentially leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
Badenoch Denies UK in Secret IMF Bailout Talks
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has categorically denied that the UK is in talks with the IMF for a financial bailout, calling the speculation 'ridiculous' amidst growing concerns over the nation's debt and welfare spending.
Reeves' "Healey Moment" as UK Faces £22bn Budget Crisis
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts an economic firestorm, drawing stark parallels to Denis Healey's 1976 IMF crisis. With soaring borrowing costs and a £22bn budget black hole, the UK faces its gravest fiscal challenge in half a century.
Australia's Diplomatic Storm and Reform Controversy
Exclusive insight into Australia's escalating diplomatic row, the controversial 'Barry' roundtable reforms, and the political turmoil gripping Canberra. Discover the internal and external pressures shaping the nation's future.
DWP PIP Shock: Millions Face Benefit Payment Changes
Exclusive: Millions on PIP and DLA benefits could see their payments stopped, reduced, or moved to new system under major DWP reforms. Get the full story.
Wes Streeting’s NHS gamble: Will it backfire?
As Labour's Wes Streeting pushes for NHS reforms, critics question whether his right-leaning approach will alienate core supporters or secure Downing Street.
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