IMF Urges Central Asia, Middle East to Tighten Policy on Inflation Risks

IMF Deputy Director Roberto Cardarelli, presenting the regional outlook in Tashkent, flagged that inflation could exceed forecasts in Central Asia and the Middle East, recommending tighter monetary policy. The warning signals potential upward pressure on rates in these regions, though specific countries and magnitudes remain unspecified. This matters as it could influence regional central bank actions and capital flows.

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