International Monetary Fund

About the IMF The IMF is a global organization that works to achieve sustainable growth and prosperity for all of its 191 member countries. It does so by supporting economic policies that promote financial stability and monetary cooperation, which are essential to increase productivity, job creation, and economic well-being. The IMF is governed by and accountable to its member countries. What does the IMF do? The IMF fosters international financial stability by offering: POLICY ADVICE Monitoring economic and financial developments and advising countries. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Loans and other financial aid to member countries. CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT Technical assistance and training to help governments to implement sound economic policies.