The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is observing mounting economic strains in the U.S., which are expected to result in a slower growth rate for the fourth quarter. This is attributed to a lack of data caused by the prolonged government shutdown, as stated by IMF spokesperson Julie Kozack in a Thursday briefing.

The shutdown has led to the delay of the IMF's annual "Article IV" policy consultations with U.S. authorities, with no new schedule set. The U.S. economy has shown resilience, yet domestic demand and job growth are weakening, compounded by declining immigration inflows, tariffs, and policy uncertainty weighing down economic activity.

Inflation, although slowing, presents upside risks, further complicating Federal Reserve policy decisions. As the U.S. prepares to assume the G20

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