IMF backs US-China talks, studies Iran move

IANS | September 11, 2026 10:02 AM

Washington, Sep 11 (IANS) The International Monetary Fund has welcomed talks between the leaders of the United States and China, saying engagement between the world’s two largest economies would benefit global economic stability.

Global debt nears post-war record: IMF

IANS | September 11, 2026 9:09 AM

Washington, Sep 11 (IANS) Global public debt has climbed to nearly 100 per cent of the world’s gross domestic product, its highest level since World War II, the International Monetary Fund has warned.

Trump unveils sweeping midterm agenda

IANS | September 11, 2026 8:54 AM

Washington, Sep 11 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has laid out a sweeping Republican agenda for the November midterm elections, promising changes to healthcare payments, permanent tax cuts, tighter border laws and stricter voting requirements if his party retains control of Congress.

AI boom gives global growth lift: IMF

IANS | September 11, 2026 8:52 AM

Washington, Sep 11 (IANS) The artificial intelligence boom is helping support global economic growth as the continuing Middle East war drives up energy and commodity prices, the International Monetary Fund has said.

Global energy shock not over, warns IMF

IANS | September 11, 2026 8:33 AM

Washington, Sep 11 (IANS) The global energy shock triggered by the Middle East war is not over, the International Monetary Fund has warned, pointing to elevated oil and gas prices and sharply reduced shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump says Congress may not need to clear $5,000 payout

IANS | September 11, 2026 8:28 AM

Washington, Sep 11 (IANS) President Donald Trump has said he believes congressional approval may not be required for his proposed $5,000 payment to every adult US citizen, a day after unveiling the plan ahead of the November midterm elections.

Vance casts midterms as fight for America

IANS | September 11, 2026 8:08 AM

Washington, Sep 11 (IANS) Vice President J.D. Vance has asked voters to set aside their differences with the Trump administration and back Republican candidates in November, warning that the midterm elections would determine the country’s direction and the future inherited by its children.