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Regional Economic Outlook, October 2015: Western Hemisphere Department

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Regional Economic Outlook, October 2015: Western Hemisphere Department Synopsis

Economies in the Western Hemisphere are generally seeing a slowdown in growth. The U.S. economy regained momentum after a slow start at the beginning of the year, while in Latin America and the Caribbean economic activity continues to decelerate at the regional level. Stronger U.S. growth should benefit countries in the region, especially those with tighter links through trade, remittances, and tourism (Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean). Weaker commodity prices for the foreseeable future, however, will continue to hurt South America’s net commodity exporters—lowering national incomes, reducing investment, and worsening fiscal balances. These developments could, in turn, impede progress made in recent years in poverty reduction. Key risks, including an abrupt tightening of U.S. interest rates or a further slowdown in China, may disproportionately affect Latin America. Chapters in this report examine monetary policy in Latin America, including the region’s exposure to global financial shocks; the role of value chains and regional trade agreements in fostering trade integration; and the state of financial market development in the region.

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ISBN: 9781513540610
Publication date: 30th May 2016
Author: IMF Staff
Publisher: International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Format: Paperback
Pagination: 277 pages
Series: Regional Economic Outlook
Genres: Economic forecasting