Key insights from the IMF’s April 2026 World Economic Outlook, Global Financial Stability Report and Fiscal Monitor

The global economy is once again facing a negative supply shock as the international economic landscape continues to evolve. What are the implications of recent geopolitical developments for the outlook on economic growth and inflation? What are implications for public finances and the financial system, what are the potential risks for fiscal sustainability and financial stability? How should policymakers respond when vulnerabilities are already high and policy space is limited? The IMF’s trio of flagship publications – the World Economic Outlook, the Global Financial Stability Report and the Fiscal Monitor – shed light on these and similar questions twice a year. This e-lecture brings together their authors to present key messages of the three flagship publications. There will be the opportunity for Q&A during the event.