VENEZUELA: Regime’s “whatever it takes” policy to COVID-19
● The regime’s bombshell request for IMF emergency assistance provides proof of Venezuela’s unique vulnerability to COVID-19. ● The run-down public healthcare system is not equipped to handle a significant spread of coronavirus. ● Extreme oil-dependence means that previous … Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or E-mail Password […]
MOZAMBIQUE: IMF mission delayed
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has postponed its planned negotiating mission to Maputo on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. While this injects uncertainty into the question of timing, both the IMF and government seem intent on concluding a new financing deal eventually. … Become a member to read the rest of this article
EUROPE/MACRO: The politics of “bazooka” frustration
● Last week, the fiscal and economic measures announced by individual member states created high expectations, especially when Germany’s finance minister joined the chorus of those referring to “bazookas” lately. ● Yesterday’s Eurogroup meeting could, therefore, only disappoin… Become a member to read the rest of this article
INDIA: Impact of Covid-19
The administration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has moved swiftly to try containing the spread of Covid-19, having adopted a wide range of restrictive measures. Countering the adverse economic effects of the pandemic might be more challenging for the government, however. In… Become a member to read the rest of this article
EUROPE: The politics of coronavirus – Daily update
Below is the latest edition of our daily Europe coronavirus update. Today we provide an updated summary of the main economic measures adopted by selected governments to counter the effects of the pandemic. Our daily graph includes data and analysis on how working from home affect… Become a member to read the rest of this article
Emerging market central banks playing catch-up
Developed central banks in the past week have been falling over themselves to loosen monetary policy and secure the proper functioning of financial and credit markets. The Fed, RBNZ, Bank of Canada, Bank of England and Norges Bank have delivered inter-meeting policy rate cuts o… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
EUROPE: The politics of coronavirus – Daily update
Below is the latest edition of our daily Europe coronavirus update. Today we provide an updated summary of the main economic measures adopted by selected governments to counter the effects of the pandemic. Our daily graph includes data and analysis on how working from h… Become a member to read the rest of this article