IMF’s Georgieva urges Argentina to ’stay the course’ on economic policy

IMF's Kristalina Georgieva emphasized Argentina should maintain economic policies ahead of upcoming elections, highlighting the importance of continuity for recovery amid global risks.

US judges block Trump’s ability to withhold school funds over DEI

Federal judges blocked Trump's administration from cutting funding for schools engaged in DEI initiatives, ruling the policy unconstitutional and vague, violating educators' free speech rights.

CRE market sentiment dropped by most in Q1 since pandemic, survey finds

A survey reveals a significant decline in optimism for U.S. commercial real estate financing, largely due to new tariff policies and geopolitical tensions, with expected worsened economic conditions.

Trump re-emerges as a factor in Canada election as polls tighten

Trump's influence looms over Canada's election as PM Carney seeks a mandate to address US tariffs amidst shrinking Liberal poll leads ahead of the upcoming election.

Putin says Russia should use trade war opportunities to strengthen economy

Putin urges officials to capitalize on global economic opportunities amid market disruptions and low oil prices, while highlighting challenges facing Russia's economy due to U.S. tariffs and sanctions.

Ukraine’s Marchenko says working to seal US minerals pact as ’fast as we can’

Fed officials argue for patience while gauging tariff impact

Federal Reserve officials express patience on monetary policy, indicating no immediate changes while waiting for data on the economy's response to trade tariffs.

Bank of England’s Bailey focuses on growth hit from tariffs

Bank of England's Bailey discusses economic growth shocks from U.S. tariffs, forecasts no recession in the UK, and emphasizes the impact of global trade tensions.

China has scope to ramp up stimulus, fix property woes, IMF says

Srinivasan from the IMF urges China to enhance property-sector reforms and boost consumption with more stimulus, while revising growth forecasts down. Risks from U.S. tariffs loom large.

IMF focused on stability but will support countries on climate risks, Georgieva says

The IMF will focus on balance of payments crises, U.S. concerns, and macroeconomic stability, urging countries to implement reforms while addressing climate change impacts and trade tensions.