https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/rebuilding-buffers-without-the-luxury-of-timeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/rebuilding-buffers-without-the-luxury-of-timehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/rebuilding-buffers-without-the-luxury-of-time#u139902Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:29:08 +0000International Monetary Fund leaders warn that economic growth alone will not solve the rising U.S. deficit and debt burden, which now stands above $40 trillion. During annual meetings held in Bangkok under the theme of fragile resilience, officials stated that Scott Bessent's growth plans are insufficient to tame the surging debt pile and a $1 trillion interest bill. Meanwhile, IMF members called for increased support to protect poorer nations from war shocks, high inflation, and advanced intelligence risks.Why it mattersThe annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World