IMF: US reciprocal tariffs pose risk to global economic outlook amid sluggish growth

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is still assessing the macroeconomic implications of the tariff measures announced by the US Government, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Friday.

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Issuing a statement, Georgieva said the US Tariffs clearly represent a significant risk to the global outlook at a time of sluggish growth.

“It is important to avoid steps that could further harm the world economy. We appeal to the United States and its trading partners to work constructively to resolve trade tensions and reduce uncertainty,” the IMF Managing Director added.