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IMF Special | Signals from Washington

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From Washington to London, the balance between growth and stability remains razor thin. In this special Investec Focus Radio UK episode, host Jeremy Maggs is in conversation with Ruth Leas, CEO of Investec UK, following the IMF and World Bank meetings. They unpack the latest global growth forecasts, the persistent challenge of inflation, and why, despite mounting debt and geopolitical strain, optimism is returning to the UK market.
20 Oct 2025 English South Africa Business

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