The IMF’s unique structure for generating and deploying resources is like a credit union for countries—with a lending capacity of nearly $1 trillion. See our new blog for more.

What are bonds and why are they important? Our latest video breaks down the basics.

What is the role of IMF arrangements in restoring access to international capital markets? Our latest empirical analysis shows that IMF arrangements play a crucial role, not just by providing financial resources, but by lending credibility to reforms.

IMF Executive Board has completed the 4th Review under the 48-month Extended Fund Facility, providing Sri Lanka with access to ~$350m. Reforms are bearing fruit, with growth strengthening, fiscal revenues improving, and reserves rising.

RT @IMFSpokesperson: From today's press briefing: I announced management travel, upcoming flagship reports, and answered questions on Egypt….

🇨🇩 The IMF completes the 1st review under the Extended Credit Facility for the DRC, unlocking funds to boost reserves. Despite conflict, reforms are on track. A recent peace deal with Rwanda offers hope for stability. More here

More than half of sub-Saharan Africa’s population lives in fragile and conflict-affected states. Spurring economic growth calls for enhancing institutions, improving governance, strengthening public engagement, and diversifying economies.

The AI boom means the world’s data centers use more electricity than almost every country. See our blog on how to supply the power-hungry technology that’s driving growth.

RT @IMFAfrica: Seychelles’ path to continued economic growth and resilience calls for infrastructure investment, human capital development,….

Chile’s economy has slowed considerably since the 1990s, when it was growing at over 6% per year. Today, growth is closer to 2%. Our new Country Focus explores the reasons behind this slowdown and how the country can improve its growth prospects.

The IMF concluded El Salvador’s 2025 Article IV consultation and completed the first review of the EFF arrangement. Program performance has been solid, and macroeconomic imbalances are being addressed.

Global shocks have weighed heaviest on low-income countries and fragile states. Support should focus on grants and concessional loans for the poorest and fragile countries, and on help attracting private investment for more advanced low-income countries.

Macao’s 20-pataca notes tell two stories through two banks—one of maritime heritage, the other of cultural celebration. Read more in F&D magazine’s Currency Notes: .

📢 Call for papers for the 13th IMF #StatsForum: Measuring Cross-Border Economic and Financial Linkages in a Dynamic World. Topics include global value chains, e-commerce and financial innovation: . 📅 Deadline to submit: July 13, 2025

Saudi Arabia’s economy has shown resilience to shocks w/ non-oil economic activities expanding, inflation contained & unemployment at record-lows. Fiscal and external buffers are ample, providing cushion against lower oil proceeds.

Our Chart of the Week shows that even among low-income countries, growth is diverging. From 2022–24, the more advanced group grew by 5.3%, compared with 3.3% for the poorest and just 2.6% for fragile and conflict-affected states. Read more:

RT @KGeorgieva: A heartfelt thank you, Japan 🇯🇵, for the warm welcome and inspiring conversations. From policy to people, this visit reaffi….

RT @KGeorgieva: Delighted to announce the appointment of @SabinaBhatia01 as Director of the IMF’s Corporate Services and Facilities Departm….

Managing Director @KGeorgieva today announced the appointment of Sabina Bhatia as Director of the IMF's Corporate Services and Facilities Department, effective September 1, 2025. Read the announcement here:

How relevant are institutions in the age of AI? A perspective from 2024 Nobel Laureate Simon Johnson in the latest F&D Café Economics. Read it here:.