IMF EXECUTIVE BOARD DISCUSSION OF THE OUTLOOK,SEPTEMBER 2008

摘要

Executive Directors noted that, after a four-year expansion, the world economy is slowing rapidly, buffeted by many forces, notably a deep financial crisis, a housing downturn in a number of advanced economies, and a surge in commodity prices until recent months. Many advanced economies are close to recession, and emerging economies are also generally decelerating. Looking ahead, Directors agreed that continuing strained financial conditions will weigh heavily on global growth prospects. With credit defaults still on the rise, pressures on financial institutions' capital positions will remain exceptionally high.