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inflation forecast targeting regime in Sri Lanka. The FPAS model provides a relatively good forecast for inflation and a … framework to evaluate policy trade-offs. The model simulations suggest that an open-economy inflation targeting rule can reduce … could aim to target a broad inflation range initially due to its susceptibility supply-side shocks while enhancing exchange …
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developments should be monitored closely and monetary policy tightened further should inflation pressures increase. The …
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In recent years, the IMF has released a growing number of reports and other documents covering economic and financial developments and trends in member countries. Each report, prepared by a staff team after discussions with government officials, is published at the option of the member country.
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remain favorable, including for strong growth, a further deceleration in inflation, and maintenance of a sustainable external …
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This paper explores how monetary policy affects other macroeconomic variables, mainly output and inflation. First, it … this study, the following statistical data are listed in detail: GDP and expenditure components, savings, investment …
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environment, inflation fell significantly to 2¾ percent in 2004—the lowest inflation rate since the early 1970s. The return of …
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the past several years, but overall macroeconomic performance in 2002 was mixed. Inflation in 2002 was the lowest since … outlook for 2003 is broadly similar to the outcome for 2002. Inflation is expected at about 27 percent, and real GDP growth is …
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In 2003, Guinea's macroeconomic management deteriorated significantly, and the prospects for 2003 are uncertain at best. Performance under the 2002–03 poverty reduction and growth facility (PRGF)-supported program is weak. The main challenge is to promote and sustain the strong private...
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The People's Bank of China (PBC) has made great strides in modernizing its monetary policy frameworks but their effectiveness will diminish as the sophistication of the economy increases. Empirical evidence supports maintaining a reference to money in China's monetary strategy and enhancing the...
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This paper discusses key findings of the Sixth Review for Uganda Under the Policy Support Instrument. Structural rigidities continue to pose challenges to macroeconomic management in Uganda. Persistent weaknesses in project implementation coupled with rigidities in domestic financial markets...
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