IMF
Americanabbreviation
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In Africa, South Asia and the Middle East, the IMF warned that a number of countries were already struggling with meager foreign reserves and "limited market access," making them vulnerable to "dangerous" debt shocks.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
Earlier this week, the IMF flagged that the war could have a serious effect on low-income countries if food prices rise significantly.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
But that’s only correct if the interest rate compensates for Treasury’s cost of funds and the associated risk of IMF lending from the quota.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026
Since then, Colombo has secured a $2.9 billion IMF bailout.
From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026
She stayed at the IMF until August or September 1949.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
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