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World could boost growth by reducing trade doubt: IMF chief economist
World could boost growth by reducing trade doubt: IMF chief economist

Policymakers should find a way to reduce the uncertainty over trade policy kicked up by Donald Trump's tariff plans in order to boost global growth, the International Monetary Fund's chief economist said in an interview.

April 22, 2025

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IMF slashes global growth outlook on impact of US tariffs
IMF slashes global growth outlook on impact of US tariffs

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday slashed its forecast for global growth this year, citing the effect of US President Donald Trump's new tariff policies on the world economy.

April 22, 2025

IMF slashes China growth forecasts as trade war deepens
IMF slashes China growth forecasts as trade war deepens

The IMF said Tuesday it now believed China's economy will only grow by four percent this year, well below Beijing's official target as it fights a mounting trade war with the United States that threatens to hammer the global economy.

April 22, 2025

Skipper Shanto leads Bangladesh fightback in Zimbabwe Test
Skipper Shanto leads Bangladesh fightback in Zimbabwe Test

Najmul Hossain Shanto's batting heroics on Tuesday pushed Bangladesh's second innings lead to 112 on the third day of the first Test against Zimbabwe, with the home team on 194-4.

April 22, 2025

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Mbappe aiming for Copa del Rey final return: Ancelotti
Mbappe aiming for Copa del Rey final return: Ancelotti

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said striker Kylian Mbappe is poised to return from injury to face rivals Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final on Saturday.

April 22, 2025

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Pianist to perform London musical marathon
Pianist to perform London musical marathon

Classical Russian-German pianist Igor Levit takes to a London stage this week for an epic musical endurance test directed by the world-famous Serbian performance artist Marina Abramovic.

April 22, 2025