Emerging Economies Face Economic Headwinds as Debt Crises Loom and Global Growth Slows
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Emerging economies face economic headwinds like slowing growth in China, rising interest rates from the Federal Reserve, and uncertainty over aid for Ukraine.
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Debt restructuring negotiations are expected to progress at IMF/World Bank meetings, especially for defaulted countries like Zambia and Sri Lanka.
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Argentina, Pakistan, and Kenya are at high risk of default with large debt payments due soon.
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Turkey has sharply raised interest rates to battle high inflation but faces local elections in 2023 that may constrain reforms.
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Developing countries continue to push for more influence in global financial institutions like the IMF and World Bank.