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IMF steering committee skips communique after Russia blocks war language

Russia's refusal to agree to strong language condemning its war in Ukraine prevented the steering committee of the International Monetary Fund from issuing a formal communique during its meeting this week, the chair of the committee said on Thursday.

Reuters

Yellen warns European ban on Russian energy could harm economies

Washington (AFP) - A European ban on Russian oil and gas imports could have unintended economic consequences, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Thursday.

AFP

UK and Canada protest Russia's 'perverse' participation in IMF meeting

British Finance Minister Rishi Sunak and his Canadian counterpart Chrystia Freeland walked out of an International Monetary Fund (IMF) meeting in Washington to protest the invasion of Ukraine when Russia's delegate spoke on Thursday, a British finance ministry spokesperson said.

Reuters

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IMF steering committee forgoes communique due to Russian objections

Reuters

US to provide $500 million more in financial aid to Ukraine

The United States will provide $500 million more in financial assistance for Ukraine to sustain critical government operations as it fends off the Russia invasion

The Independent UK

Is Coterra Energy a Good Oil & Gas Stock to Invest In?

Rallying oil and gas prices amid a tight supply outlook has helped Coterra Energy (CTRA) register solid gains. However, considering the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) bearish global economic growth outlook, is CTRA well-poised to maintain its gains? Keep reading to learn our view.

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Crypto Miner BitRiver Sanctioned By US Over Russian Operations: Bloomberg

The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned crypto mining firm BitRiver, targeting one of the industry’s top data-center service providers over its operations in Russia, Bloomberg reported. The Swiss-based company BitRiver provides Bitcoin miners worldwide with energy sources, mining facilities, and large-scale management solutions, including those in Eastern Europe and Russia. Treasury announced…

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Stock Market Today - 4/21: Dow Ends Down Over 300 Points; As Yield Rise Clips Earnings Boost; Tesla Up On Bullish Musk Outlook

Stocks end down Thursday as rising Treasury yields take the sting out of a stronger-than-expected earnings reports.

The Street

Stocks Power Higher, Musk Bullish On Tesla, Ackman Dumps Netflix, AT&T, United In Focus - 5 Things You Must Know

Stock futures leap amid earnings boost, treasury yield pullback; Tesla shares surge after powerful Q1 earnings beat, upbeat outlook from Elon Musk; United Airlines shares soar after forecasting record Q2 revenues amid travel demand surge; AT&T earnings in focus after $43 billion media merger with Discovery and Netflix shares extend…

The Street

Elon Musk secures $46.5bn as he prepares hostile bid for Twitter – as it happened

Tesla boss could take his takeover offer directly to shareholders, bypassing the Twitter board, as World Bank chief warns of ‘human catastrophe’ from food crisis

The Guardian - UK

IMF chief warns of global risks from prolonged China slowdown

Kristalina Georgieva says Beijing has room to take measures to support world’s second-biggest economy.

Al Jazeera

Bumps ahead: On IMF’s India growth forecast

The IMF expects India to grow 8.2% this year, but has flagged multiple risk factors ahead

The Hindu

US leads G20 boycott of Russian finance officials

Washington (AFP) - US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen led a multinational group of finance chiefs on a walkout Wednesday as Russian officials spoke during a meeting of the G20, in the latest protest by Western nations over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

AFP

IMF, World Bank chiefs warn of debt squeeze in poor nations

The heads of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank are warning that rising interest rates are squeezing the world’s poorest countries as they struggle with the coronavirus and soaring food prices

The Independent UK

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Timeline: Week eight of Russia’s war in Ukraine

Al Jazeera recaps key events during week eight of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

AFP

G20 finances chiefs convene amid threats of Ukraine boycott

Washington (AFP) - Finance officials from the world's richest countries are convening on Wednesday to address global challenges like rising debt and a possible food crisis -- if they can overcome boiling tensions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Benzinga

Economist Cuts China GDP Growth Forecast As COVID Lockdowns Weigh On Economy

This week, the International Monetary Fund cut its global GDP growth forecast for 2022 and 2023 in the wake of the economic disruption caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

France 24

Netflix loses users for first time in a decade

We take a look at the many reasons why the global streaming giant Netflix lost some 200,000 users this past quarter and we find out what the site may do to get investors happy again. We also discuss the IMF's downgrading of global economic forecasts. Finally, takeaway delivery platform Deliveroo…

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Russia Could Mine Bitcoin To Evade Sanctions: International Monetary Fund Warns

Russia could mine Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) in an effort to evade the economic sanctions that were imposed on the nation after it invaded Ukraine, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Benzinga

As Central Banks Adjust Monetary Policies, IMF Signals Further Market Sell-Off: CNBC

The International Monetary Fund has warned of more market sell-offs as central banks attempt to combat higher inflation and ease back on pandemic stimulus measures. Market players started 2021 on an optimistic note, predicting some economic momentum amid the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, which would likely boost stocks.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Ukraine Set to Dominate G20 Finance Chiefs Summit

Finance officials from the world's richest countries will meet on Wednesday to address global challenges like rising debt and a possible food crisis -- if they can overcome boiling tensions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Moscow's attack on its neighbor is set to dominate the meeting of G20 finance ministers…

The Guardian - UK

IMF head warns rising food and fuel prices strain family budgets ‘to breaking point’ – as it happened

IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva says ‘double crisis’ from Ukraine war and Covid is ‘a massive setback for the global recovery,’ as the fund says it’s open to emergency financing for nations facing food insecurity

Reuters

Sri Lanka promises impartial probe after first death in weeks of protests

Sri Lankan police will launch an "impartial and transparent" investigation into clashes with protesters after the first death in weeks of unrest over the government's handling of the economy, the president said on Wednesday.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Oil Stabilizes after Big Drop on IMF Growth Cut

Asian markets were flat on Wednesday as oil began clawing its way back up from a big drop after the International Monetary Fund downgraded its global growth forecast for 2022. The IMF lowered its outlook to 3.6 percent -- a .08 percent slash from its previous estimate released in January…

The Hindu

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has urged IMF to assist Sri Lanka: Govt

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Krisalina Georgieva ‘assured the Finance Minister that the IMF would continue to actively engage with Sri Lanka’, said a Finance Ministry readout of the meeting.

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