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Prospects for Argentina in 2024
The election of self-styled 'anarcho-capitalist' Javier Milei, who takes office on December 10, increases uncertainties
ArgentinaSri Lanka faces protracted struggle on IMF bailout
IMF staff have concluded a visit without reaching an agreement on the first review of the bailout programme
Sri LankaBeirut’s prompt 2024 budget process aims to impress
The government has agreed next year’s draft budget, as an IMF mission and French envoy arrive
LebanonIMF strictures will impact Pakistan elections
The caretaker administration faces a challenge to quell public anger over rising electricity tariffs
PakistanArgentine looting may spread as outlook deteriorates
A social activist yesterday claimed to be the organiser of outbreaks of looting attributed by some to the opposition
ArgentinaNext Argentine president will face tough IMF demands
The government borrowed to meet July payments to the IMF after a deal allowing for new disbursements was delayed
ArgentinaRevised IMF deal offers Argentina only brief respite
The IMF and Buenos Aires have announced revised targets for this year to facilitate new disbursements
ArgentinaLikely recession will complicate Argentina's outlook
The IMF is now predicting a 2.5% contraction in Argentina's GDP this year, in contrast with Brazil and Mexico's growth
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