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japantimes.co.jpMalawi Sells Gold Reserves to Address Fuel Shortages
Malawi is experiencing widespread fuel shortages with most filling stations dry and long queues at those that have supplies. The government announced last week it would sell about $30 million worth of gold reserves to fund fuel purchases. Residents in urban and rural areas report…
france24.comIMF: Malawi's Debt Tops 90% of GDP Amid 16-28% Aid Drop to Sub-Saharan Africa
Global aid reductions are straining Malawi's finances, revealing longstanding economic management issues, according to the International Monetary Fund. Public debt has surpassed 90% of GDP, reaching K23.9 trillion by December. Economists highlight limited fiscal space and underfu…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewGreece's Public Debt Projected to Fall Below Italy's in 2026
Greece's public debt is projected to fall to about 137% of GDP in 2026, below Italy's expected 138.6%, according to senior officials and Italy's budget plan. This shift marks the end of Greece holding the euro zone's highest debt ratio for over two decades. Italy's debt is foreca…
redir.folha.com.brGovernments Increase Emergency Spending on Energy Support Amid Debt Concerns
Several countries have implemented tax cuts and subsidies on energy to address high costs affecting households and businesses. These measures, taken in response to the war in the Middle East, have added to public debt levels. The International Monetary Fund has advised caution in…
SemaforHigh Debt-to-GDP Ratios Limit Economies' Response to Energy Shocks from Conflicts
Analysts have stated that most economies face constraints due to elevated debt-to-GDP ratios stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. These ratios reduce governments' capacity to address energy price shocks caused by geopolitical conflicts. The situation affects fiscal policy options…