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IMF more upbeat on global economy, but warns new Covid variants could derail growth

The International Monetary Fund has become more upbeat about the global economy, as coronavirus vaccinations are administered across the world. It is, however, worried about the risk new Covid variants pose to the post-pandemic recovery. According to its latest World Economic Outlook, published Tuesday, the institution now expects the global economy to grow 5.5% this […]