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US student debt far outstrips that of most other wealthy countries, with some 40 million US adults owing a total of USD1.75tn in student loans in 2023, almost all of it to the…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB284890
ISSN: 2633-304X
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That followed a primary surplus equivalent to 0.5% of GDP in 2022. The negative result in 2023 was partly caused by exceptional circumstances, notably the early payment of…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285159
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GHANA: Debt talk failure will postpone final deal
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES286464
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The IMF urges “decisive fiscal consolidation” to guard public budgets and rebuild buffers, but spending needs will rise
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-GA286664
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PAKISTAN: Securing a new IMF deal would be tough
Though parameters have changed and national starting positions are recognised more, the reforms are not extensive. Debt and deficit targets remain. Indebted countries, principally…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285114
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However, there are signs that political cooperation is beginning to crumble, which will reduce the pace of reform. A National Assembly vote later this month on the government’s…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285772
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US: Student debt move will have only limited impact
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES285422
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Separately, the government is locked in a battle with county administrations that are demanding increased funds. Together, devolution and a resolute judiciary are complicating…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285135
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The ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and its presidential nominee for the December 2024 general election, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, will look to take credit for these…