Fiscal policy influences the economy through government spending ... or raising taxes to rein in inflation or reduce external vulnerabilities. The longer-term aim may be sustainable growth or less ...

THIS STORY IS UNDER EMBARGO UNTIL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, 2025 AT 9:00 AM ET/EDT Global public debt is rising to historic levels ...

The International Monetary Fund, IMF, has advised Nigeria to be prudent in spending after the implementation of hard economic ...

Expansionary fiscal policies are meant to stimulate the economy during recessions and other tough times. Check out some examples of expansionary fiscal policy.

Major policy shifts have increased global uncertainty, and that comes as rising debt levels in many countries are already straining public finances, the International Monetary Fund said on Wednesday.

Three economists break down the fiscal impact of the cuts for individuals and businesses. Photo Illustration: Annie Zhao WASHINGTON—Senate Republicans, torn over how much to reduce spending ...