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Structural reforms helping India absorb global shocks, official says

Structural reforms helping India absorb global shocks, official says

Mon, Oct 15, 2018

Addressing the annual meeting of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Bali on Saturday, Economic Affairs Secretary S.C. Garg expressed hope that prudent policy measures being undertaken in India would also help it contain the stress triggered by the high oil prices.

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'India would also be adversely affected by a slowdown in global trade'

'India would also be adversely affected by a slowdown in global trade'

Wed, Sep 26, 2018

International Monetary Fund (IMF) hints that rising global trade tensions could have a negative impact on growth by creating uncertainty and thereby dampening investment, including foreign direct investment (FDI). However, IMF observes that a slowdown in global trade and lower oil prices could obviate the need to further rate hikes in India.  

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FPIs continue bullish stance on India, infuse Rs 5,100-cr in Aug

FPIs continue bullish stance on India, infuse Rs 5,100-cr in Aug

Sun, Sep 02, 2018

According to the latest depository data, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) pumped in a net sum of Rs 1,775 crore into equities in August and a net amount of Rs 3,414 crore into the debt market, taking the total to Rs 5,189 crore.

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Series of reforms transformed economy: Arun Jaitley

Series of reforms transformed economy: Arun Jaitley

Mon, Aug 27, 2018

The finance minister said the International Monetary Fund (IMF) holds bilateral discussions with its members usually every year. 

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Germany to trump Japan again with world''s largest current account surplus: Ifo

Germany to trump Japan again with world''s largest current account surplus: Ifo

Mon, Aug 20, 2018

The International Monetary Fund and the European Commission have for years urged Germany to do more to lift domestic demand and imports as a way to reduce global economic imbalances and stimulate growth elsewhere. Since his election, U.S. President Donald Trump has also criticised Germany`s export strength.

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More RBI rate hikes on way? Will IMF get what it wants?

More RBI rate hikes on way? Will IMF get what it wants?

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

With demand recovering and rising oil prices, medium-term headline inflation has risen to 4.9 per cent in May 2018, above the mid-point of the RBI's headline inflation target band, said the Washington-headquartered multilateral lending agency.

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India on track to stay among fastest growing economies: IMF

India on track to stay among fastest growing economies: IMF

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

IMF mission chief for India Ranil Salgado said the Indian economy at present is like "an elephant starting to run".

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Proud moment! 'This elephant has started to run'

Proud moment! 'This elephant has started to run'

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

In its annual assessment of the Indian economy, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) sees all engines of growth – investment, consumption and exports – revving up and charging towards a 7.3% growth this fiscal despite the shadows of trade war and firm global crude prices looming large.  

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Here's how banks can save themselves from NPA stress

Here's how banks can save themselves from NPA stress

Wed, May 03, 2017

Bad loans are one of the reasons why banks are currently suffering through higher provisions, deterioration in asset quality, higher slippages and thus lower earnings. 

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Demonetisation sucked in cash like vacuum cleaner: IMF official

Demonetisation sucked in cash like vacuum cleaner: IMF official

Fri, Feb 24, 2017

Real GDP growth is projected to slow to 6.6% in FY2016/17 and then rebound to 7.2% in FY2017/18.

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India's foreign exchange reserves over $371 billion

India's foreign exchange reserves over $371 billion

Sat, Oct 08, 2016

According to data released by the RBI on Friday, the reserves stood at around $371.99 billion as on September 30, as against $370.76 billion as on September 23.

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Global debt at record high, IMF warns

Global debt at record high, IMF warns

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Debt at such levels while economic growth remains tepid heightens the risk of financial crises.

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Deutsche Bank needs to reassure markets: IMF official

Deutsche Bank needs to reassure markets: IMF official

Wed, Oct 05, 2016

Weak credit demand in advanced economies, in addition to low rates, is also hindering profitability, according to the IMF.

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Jaitley to attend IMF-WB annual meet in US next month

Jaitley to attend IMF-WB annual meet in US next month

Sun, Sep 18, 2016

The three-day annual meeting of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank will begin on October 7 in Washington.

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India has made meaningful progress on structural reforms, Mark Mobius says

India has made meaningful progress on structural reforms, Mark Mobius says

Fri, Sep 16, 2016

According to Mobius, the emerging market will be able to weather small and gradual increases in US interest rates.

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Gold steady as dollar slips ahead of Janet Yellen's speech

Gold steady as dollar slips ahead of Janet Yellen's speech

Fri, Aug 26, 2016

Gold held steady early on Friday after hitting four-week lows in the previous session when the dollar slipped ahead of a speech by US Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen that will be closely watched for clues on US interest rate policy. Fundamentals

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World Bank's Jim Yong Kim launches bid for second term as president

World Bank's Jim Yong Kim launches bid for second term as president

Wed, Aug 24, 2016

World Bank President Jim Yong Kim on Tuesday formally launched a bid for a second five-year term as head of the multilateral development lender, whose board pledged an "open, merit-based, and transparent" selection process.

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Urjit Patel is new RBI chief; here are things you need to know

Urjit Patel is new RBI chief; here are things you need to know

Sat, Aug 20, 2016

He will be the eighth deputy governor to be made the RBI chair, and will be the central bank's 24th governor.

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IMF's Christine Lagarde to stand trial over $400 million Tapie payout

IMF's Christine Lagarde to stand trial over $400 million Tapie payout

Fri, Jul 22, 2016

France's highest appeals court dismissed Lagarde`s challenge against the decision to try her for negligence in her handling of a dispute between a state-owned bank and businessman Bernard Tapie.  

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New Development Bank: Focus on infrastructure as a niche area

New Development Bank: Focus on infrastructure as a niche area

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Kumar said, the infrastructure plays an important role in anchoring a more flexible recovery, improving potential growth and promoting inclusive growth in the countries.

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