AI investment boosts growth prospects for Asian economies: IMFIMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said artificial intelligence infrastructure investment is supporting global growth at around 3%,...
12 Oct, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
- Singapore's President warns of AI's risk to employment for fresh graduates
During the IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Bangkok, Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam raised concerns about the shrinking jo...
12 Oct, 2026, 09.44 AM IST
Policymakers take on energy shock, rising debt at IMF-World Bank meetingsFinance ministers and central bankers will meet in Bangkok to discuss challenges affecting the global economy this week. The key concerns i...
12 Oct, 2026, 07.49 AM IST
World Bank in talks with 30-40 countries over aid to tackle Middle East energy shockThe World Bank is in talks with numerous countries to address energy price increases stemming from the Middle East crisis. While the global...
11 Oct, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Rich countries on the debt frontline: How the Iran war is shifting world's risk map by squeezing America, Europe and JapanThe International Monetary Fund confronts increased borrowing costs and record debt levels among developed countries. As inflation rises, g...
10 Oct, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
India's forex reserves fall $12.95 billion to $734.60 billion in week ended October 2India's foreign exchange reserves have dropped by $12.95 billion to $734.60 billion as of October 2. This decline was influenced by a reduc...
09 Oct, 2026, 05.38 PM IST
Gold rate today (October 8, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Tanishq & IBJA in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad & more citiesGold rate today: Gold and silver jewellery prices from the India Bullion and Jewellers Association have seen a decline today. The 22k gold ...
09 Oct, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
Why global investors are turning to Georgia for real estate opportunities in 2026Alliance Group designates 2026 as a pivotal year for international stakeholders targeting Georgia's dynamic real estate landscape. The nati...
08 Oct, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
IMF reaches staff deal with Pakistan, potentially unlocking $1.2 billionThe International Monetary Fund has achieved a staff-level agreement with Pakistan for its lending programs. This agreement could potential...
08 Oct, 2026, 06.47 AM IST
IMF chief warns energy shock, growing debt and AI risks threaten global growthIMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warned that high energy prices, record public debt and the AI investment boom are fuelling inflation and thr...
07 Oct, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
Rupee headed to 100? How much the psychological red line mattersIndia's rupee has slipped past ₹96 as high US Treasury yields, elevated oil prices and foreign portfolio outflows strengthen the dollar. Th...
05 Oct, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
IMF reaches staff-level deal with Sri Lanka for $345 million in financingThe International Monetary Fund has agreed to a $345 million financing deal with Sri Lanka. This deal is contingent upon the upcoming 2027 ...
05 Oct, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
Let exchange rate act as shock absorber: IMF on Fed hike impact on IndiaThe International Monetary Fund has noted the potential impact of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes on global markets. This situ...
04 Oct, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
Fuel subsidies may top $1 trillion: UNThe UNDP analysis - which looked at data from the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and the International Energy Agency - found t...
03 Oct, 2026, 01.08 AM IST
Developing countries hit by overlapping crises, UNDP chief warnsRising energy costs and El Nino conditions are challenging developing countries facing financial distress. Governments are struggling to ma...
02 Oct, 2026, 09.40 AM IST
Colombia seeks IMF financing as government grapples with fiscal crisis: ReportColombia's government is engaging with the International Monetary Fund to secure financial assistance amid ongoing fiscal challenges. Presi...
29 Sep, 2026, 07.36 AM IST
Neighbourhood Power Play: Transmission lines are new pathways of India’s subcontinental influenceIndia’s power grid is emerging as a strategic counter to China’s Belt and Road push in South Asia. India’s ability to buy large quantities ...
28 Sep, 2026, 10.52 PM IST