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flag Europe needs smarter spending to catch up with the U.S., the IMF says.

flag A senior IMF official, Era Dabla-Norris, says Europe must boost growth and productivity to close the gap with the U.S., urging smarter spending over higher budgets. flag She recommends redirecting 1% of GDP from administrative costs to R&D and private investment, which could raise output by 1.5% over a decade. flag The IMF projects global public debt will hit 100% of GDP by 2029, limiting fiscal space for advanced economies. flag While the U.S. has some room, all nations should prepare for shocks by managing debt. flag The IMF continues to advise gradual fiscal consolidation in France and supports China’s expansionary policies amid weak growth but urges reforms to shift toward consumption-driven growth and reduce inefficient investment.

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