IMF Staff Country Reports · 2012 · 51 citations · 0 references
Public AffairsEconomicsPublic PolicyBudgetingEconomic DevelopmentFiscal PolicyBudget ReformBudgetary ReformFiscal ManagementFiscal PlanningFiscal ReformFiscal StressBanking Sector VulnerabilitiesBudgetary Reform ImplementationEconomic Downturn EffectsFinancial Sector DevelopmentFiscal Buffer ManagementGlobal Financial RegulationPolicy Framework DesignWage Bill Management
Growth is projected at 5 percent in 2012; more generally, the economic rebound experienced since 2009 is moderating. Key risks to the outlook include political instability, a decline in exports from a deeper global downturn, fiscal slippages, financial sector stress, and uncertainties around the indigenization policy. Zimbabwe faces these risks with very thin buffers. A vigorous program of reforms would help boost growth and poverty reduction over the medium term.