While ECB interest rate decisions have not always been wise, since EMU began inflation has averaged 1.9 per cent a year; the ECB has met its objective

Neither Greeks nor their partners should imagine a clean break if it leaves the euro

Troika-type policies lessen long-term pain for countries with high debt, research finds

Blanchard to take up a new position with non-profit think tank

Beijing misses growth target as property prices cool and companies struggle under debt burdens

Prices have dropped by more than half since June as output has soared

Mario Draghi would like to see a more stimulatory fiscal policy in Europe

Fund reflects world rattled by geopolitical risks that have arisen since April

Despite upbeat forecast, economics body warns spectre of deflation could derail recovery

IMF chief economist warns of potential global consequences of debt default

Top economies urged to raise their game

Fund’s chief economist identifies ‘signs of hope’ in euro zone

IMF charge of ‘preference for leisure’ rings true

The idea that suffering is good for the economy isn’t supported by the evidence

Forecasters are united on one thing – Britain’s economy is in dire straits