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IMF Releases 2025 World Economic Outlook: India Ranks Fourth in Global GDP

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IMF Releases 2025 World Economic Outlook: India Ranks Fourth in Global GDP

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EventIMF released the World Economic Outlook in April 2025, updating global GDP rankings.
Top Economies (2025)United States (1st), China (2nd), Germany (3rd), India (4th).
India's PositionIndia became the 4th largest economy, projected to surpass Germany and Japan by 2030.
Key Features- United States: Slower growth due to trade tensions.<br>- China: Manufacturing hub.<br>- India: Fastest-growing major economy, driven by private consumption and rural demand.
Challenges- Trade conflicts: US-China tensions disrupting supply chains.<br>- Slow growth in developed economies: Aging populations, weak demand.<br>- Emerging market vulnerabilities: Financial volatility, inflation, external debt.<br>- Global financial instability: Unresolved trade disputes.
Way Forward- Promote multilateral cooperation in trade.<br>- Enhance domestic policies for infrastructure, education, digital economy.<br>- Implement structural reforms in labor, business, and financial sectors.<br>- Prioritize sustainable development goals for renewable energy and technology.

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