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IMF's Georgieva Highlights US Inflation Impact from Tariffs and Large Current Account Deficit
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva notes that US goods inflation has been influenced by tariffs and warns that the current account deficit is excessively large. She also states that a federal funds rate of 3.25%–3.5% aligns with full employment and emphasizes the need for decisive measures to reduce US public debt.
Date:
25.02.2026 |
Source:
FOR-EX.NEWS
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