CLEAN : IMF raises global growth forecasts, US tax cuts provide boost

Christine Lagarde discusses the acceleration of global growth since 2016, highlighting the positive trends expected to continue through 2018 and 2019. However, she warns against complacency, noting that many people are still excluded from the recovery. The growth is largely cyclical, and without ongoing reforms, issues like low productivity and an aging population will continue to impact medium-term prospects.

Who is introduced as the Managing Director of the IMF in the video?

• Madam Angela Merkel

• Madam Christine Lagarde

• Madam Janet Yellen

• Madam Theresa May

What is one of the risks associated with the current global growth?

• Overconfidence

• Complacency

• Inflation

• Underinvestment

Why should we not be fully satisfied with the current economic growth?

• It is too slow

• It is too rapid

• It is mostly cyclical

• It is not sustainable

What are some of the fundamental forces that could impact future growth?

• High inflation and unemployment

• Low productivity and aging population

• Political stability and peace

• Technological advancements and globalization

What is necessary to address the challenges of the current economic recovery?

• More trade agreements

• Higher interest rates

• Continuous reforms

• Increased government spending