IMF revises Italy growth upwards, 1.5% in 2018

(ANSA) - New York, April 17 - The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday revised upwards its 2018 growth forecast for Italy, from 1.4% to 1.5%, following 1.5% last year. Growth for 2019 remains confirmed at 1.1%.
    Political uncertainty increases the risks of implementing reforms in Brazil, Colombia, Italy and Mexico, the IMF said.
    Italy and Spain must cut their high public debt, the Fund said.