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G20 Finance Track prepares intense debates in Rio

From July 22 to 26, the G20 Brasil capital will host finance leaders for a series of crucial discussions. As well as debates on the global economy, the climate crisis, foreign debt and multilateral development bank reform, the unprecedented meeting will bring together finance representatives from member countries and civil society organizations.

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United States: IMF Executive Board concludes 2024 Article IV consultation

The U.S. economy has turned in a strong performance over the past few years. Hysteresis effects from the pandemic did not materialize and both activity and employment now exceed pre-pandemic expectations. Real incomes were diminished by the unexpected rise in inflation in 2022 but have now risen above pre-pandemic levels. Job growth has been particularly fast with 16 million new jobs created since end-2020.

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Canada: IMF Executive Board concludes 2024 Article IV consultation

The Canadian economy appears to have achieved a soft landing: inflation has come down almost to target, while a recession has been avoided, with GDP growth cushioned by surging immigration even as per capita income has shrunk. Housing unaffordability has risen to levels not seen in a generation, with demand boosted by immigration and supply facing continued challenges to expansion.

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