IMF fights negative interest rates
The IMF announced a minimum interest rate on its unique SDR currency as it fights off the impact of sagging interest rates and deflation from major economies.
Italian PM vows to publish cost of EU institutions in budget row
Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi announced his intention to make public the cost of the European institutions, as a row exploded over his country's budget plans.
Britain's Cameron in new row over EU demand for extra 2.1 bn euros
Prime Minister faces a fresh showdown with the EU after Brussels demanded an extra 2.1 billion euros from Britain because its economy is thriving while Europe stalls.
Kazakhstan’s Central Bank Governor on possible currency devaluation
“I believe spreading rumors is the way devaluation expectations are being intensified artificially (…) all those voicing their estimates and forecasts should be aware of their responsibility”, he said.
Merkel: Allies should help Ukraine pay Russian gas debt
German Chancellor Angela Merkel called on Ukraine's allies to help the war-scarred nation pay off its gas debts to Russia.
Kazakhstan to revisit its 2015 budget with falling oil prices in mind
There are certain signs of economic slowdown. For the 9 months of the year the country’s economy has only grown by 4%. The Government is doing its best to support entrepreneurship with affordable loans: Baiterek State-run Hoding Company Head.
France calls on Germany for 50 bn euros in investments
Cash-strapped France called on Europe's economic powerhouse Germany to invest 50 billion euros more by 2018.
Putin calls on Europe to help Ukraine pay gas debts
Russian President Vladimir Putin called on Europe to help Kiev cover its gas debts with Moscow following talks with his Ukrainian counterpart.
Stock market plunge an 'over-reaction': IMF's Lagarde
International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde said the plunge in global stock exchanges this week was due to a market "over-reaction".