PHILADELPHIA, PA and VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / November 27, 2024 / Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. (TSXV:JEV)(OTC PINK:JROOF)(FRA:JLM) (“Jericho”, “JEV” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its wholly owned subsidiary, Hydrogen Technologies (“HT“), has been awarded a UK patent for its groundbreaking zero-emission hydrogen-oxygen (H2/O2) combustion technology.

This is a continuation of Jericho’s IP protection strategy for its cutting-edge clean energy solutions, which are aimed at transforming the commercial hydrogen energy market. In addition to the newly granted UK patent, HT has secured multiple patents from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), with others currently pending approval.

Brian Williamson, CEO of JEV, commented: “Securing this UK patent is a key milestone in our IP protection strategy as we move to commercialization of our groundbreaking H2/O2 combustion technology. We remain committed to an IP protection strategy that recognizes the value of Jericho’s IP portfolio with each new generation and innovation.”

HT is presently working with its manufacturing partners, Superior Boiler and Selas Heat Technology, to deploy its cutting-edge DCC™ boiler technology at a prominent Western US university to provide decarbonized district heat for its campus. This development places JEV and HT at the forefront of market ready solutions to decarbonize the estimated $198 billion global district heating market.¹

HT is actively collaborating with several multinational corporations, universities, and districts to study the use of its zero-emission hydrogen boiler technology to significantly reduce scope 1 emissions.

Hydrogen Technologies’ GHG-free hydrogen-fueled boilers offer a highly efficient and sustainable alternative to conventional fossil fuel-based boilers. DCC™ boilers eliminate greenhouse gas emissions, providing a clean and eco-friendly source of steam and hot water for various industries and applications. HT’s DCC™ system is a recipient of the Solar Impulse Foundation’s prestigious “Solar Impulse Efficient Solution” award recognizing profitable solutions to protect the environment.

JEV recently announced plans to spinout its hydrogen platform from its traditional energy assets as a separate, pure-play H2 solutions company to maximize shareholder value.

About Hydrogen Technologies

Hydrogen Technologies (HT) offers its award-winning CLEAN, ZERO-EMISSION ENERGY SOLUTION for the Commercial and Industrial Boiler Market. There are a wide range of applications for our cleanH2steam DCC™ boiler, which works much like traditional commercial heat, hot water and industrial steam boilers. Whether the application is district heating, food processing, chemical refining, pharmaceuticals, pulp and paper mills, or any other industrial process, HT has a reliable, efficient and clean solution for your GHG and ESG goals.

Website: www.hydrogentechnologiesllc.com
X: https://x.com/h2_technologies
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hydrogen-technologies-inc/

About Jericho Energy Ventures

Jericho is an energy company positioned for the current energy transitions; owning, operating and developing both traditional hydrocarbon JV assets and advancing the low-carbon energy transition, with active investments in hydrogen. Our wholly owned subsidiary, Hydrogen Technologies, delivers breakthrough, patented, zero-emission boiler technology to the Commercial & Industrial heat and steam industry. We also hold strategic investments and board positions in California Catalysts (formerly H2U Technologies), a leading developer of advanced materials for electrolysis, and Supercritical Solutions, developing the world’s first, high pressure, ultra-efficient electrolyzer. Jericho also owns and operates long-held producing oil and gas JV assets in Oklahoma which it is currently developing from cash flows in an effort to further increase production.

Website: www.jerichoenergyventures.com
X: https://x.com/JerichoEV
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/jericho-energy-ventures
YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/JerichoEnergyVentures

CONTACT:
Allen Wilson, Director, or
Adam Rabiner, Dir. of Investor Relations
Jericho Energy Ventures Inc.
Tel. 604.343.4534
Email: investorrelations@jerichoenergyventures.com

This news release contains certain “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking ‎statements” (collectively, “forward-looking statements“) within the meaning of applicable ‎securities laws. Such forward-looking statements are not representative of historical facts or ‎information or current condition, but instead represent only Jericho’s beliefs regarding future ‎events, plans or objectives, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and outside of ‎Jericho’s control. Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as ‎‎”plan”, “expect”, “project”, “intend”, “believe”, “anticipate”, “estimate” and other similar words, ‎or statements that certain events or conditions “may”, “will” or “may not” occur.‎

Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors ‎that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-‎looking statements, which include, but are not limited to: regulatory changes; changes to the ‎definition of, or interpretation of, foreign private issuer status; the impacts of COVID-19 and other ‎infectious diseases; general economic conditions; industry conditions; current and future ‎commodity prices and price volatility; significant and ongoing stock market volatility; currency and ‎interest rate fluctuation; governmental regulation of the energy industry, including environmental ‎regulation; geological, technical and drilling problems; unanticipated operating events; the ‎availability of capital on acceptable terms; the need to obtain required approvals from regulatory ‎authorities; liabilities and risks inherent in oil and gas exploration, development and production ‎operations; liabilities and risks inherent in early stage hydrogen technology projects, energy ‎storage, carbon capture and new energy systems; changes in government environmental ‎objectives or plans; and the other factors described in Jericho’s public filings available at ‎www.sedarplus.ca.

The forward-looking statements contained herein are based on certain key expectations and ‎‎assumptions ‎of Jericho ‎concerning anticipated financial performance, business prospects, ‎strategies, ‎regulatory regimes, the ‎‎sufficiency of budgeted capital expenditures in carrying out ‎planned activities, the ability to obtain financing on ‎acceptable terms, expansion of consumer ‎adoption of the Company’s (or its subsidiaries’) technologies and products, results of DCC™ feasibility studies and the success of ‎investments, all of which are ‎subject to change based on ‎market conditions, ‎potential timing delays ‎and other risk factors. Although Jericho believes that these assumptions and the expectations ‎are ‎reasonable based on information currently available to management, such ‎statements are not ‎guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from ‎‎those in the forward-looking statements. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-‎looking ‎statements.‎

Readers are cautioned that the foregoing lists are not exhaustive. The forward-looking statements ‎contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release, and Jericho does not ‎undertake to update any forward-looking statements that are contained or referenced herein, ‎except as required by applicable securities laws‎.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in ‎the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of ‎this release.

¹ Future Market Insights, “District Heating Market Outlook (2023 to 2033),”by Nikhil Kaitwade, Analyst, January 2023

SOURCE: Jericho Energy Ventures, Inc.

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(Bloomberg) — With US demand for coal waning, Peabody Energy Corp. has struck a deal to shift its focus on targeting growth in the global steel market.

Peabody, the biggest US coal miner, agreed to pay as much as $3.78 billion for four mines in Australia that supply metallurgical coal — a key ingredient in steelmaking. The agreement with Anglo American Plc, announced Monday, will help Peabody almost triple its met coal output within two years, putting the St. Louis company on pace to be the world’s third-biggest exporter.

“This is a significant change,” Chief Financial Officer Mark Spurbeck said Monday during a call with analysts. “This transaction will reshape Peabody.”

Peabody shares slipped as much as 6.6% Monday, the biggest intraday decline since Aug. 5.

Peabody is a major supplier of thermal coal to fuel power plants, though the company has been seeking to shift its mix in recent years as utilities burn less of the dirtiest fossil fuel. Steel production is also a major source of planet-warming emissions, but it’s critical for most major infrastructure projects and demand is expected to climb.

The Anglo transaction means about 74% Peabody’s earnings are expected to come from international shipments of met coal, up from 50% now, according to the CFO.

It’s also notable that the mines Peabody is acquiring are in Australia, close to the rapidly growing economies of Asia. Peabody had pursued another deal for Australian assets in 2022, but no transaction was completed. The company expects this deal to close in mid-2025 and it will be accretive almost immediately.

The deal comes amid signs of a rebound in Chinese steel production, but Peabody will likely be delivering more met coal “everywhere” in Asia, according to Andy Blumenfeld, director of data analytics at McCloskey by Opis. India, Japan and emerging economies in Southeast Asia will all be clamoring for shipments.

“They need the steel,” Blumenfeld said. “It’s critical for growing any economy.”

Source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/us-coal-miner-peabody-targets-185255567.html

PHILADELPHIA, PA and VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / November 19, 2024 / Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. (TSXV:JEV)(OTC:JROOF)(FRA:JLM) (“Jericho”, “JEV” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that a California-based project co-developed by its wholly owned subsidiary, Hydrogen Technologies (“HT“), has been awarded USD$1 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HTFO).

The project, Hydrogen Permitting Issues and Improvements (HPII), was developed by HT and three partners: Sandia National Laboratories, GHD (a global professional services company with expertise in hydrogen infrastructure), and the University of California at Riverside. The team will identify and address challenges with the deployment of hydrogen-powered equipment (e.g., steam/hot water boilers, fuel cells and fork-lifts) at locations where hydrogen is likely to play a role but is currently an unfamiliar fuel, such as at manufacturing facilities or district heating systems.

HT will receive a share of the total funding for its part in engaging current and potential users of hydrogen-fueled boilers, their permitting authorities, community and environmental organizations.

The HPII project will identify and address technological and administrative barriers to permitting hydrogen projects. The project focuses on providing state-of-the-art safety and risk analysis for select use-cases and real-world data on at-scale issues and concerns to improve integration into existing industrial infrastructure. The project includes a strong community engagement strategy where local representatives from disadvantaged communities are engaged early in the process to identify challenges and mitigation measures to ensure success.

Brian Williamson, CEO of Jericho Energy Ventures, commented: “We are proud to be part of this important DOE-funded project with our esteemed partners. We see the independent launch of our Hydrogen Solution Platform accelerating our access to future collaborations and partnerships with groups pushing full steam ahead with lower emissions industrial and commercial solutions. Beyond delivering our patented, zero-emission hydrogen DCC boiler technology, we are increasingly being recognized as a trusted, innovative hydrogen solutions partner to industry and government.”

HT is collaborating with several multi-national corporations and universities to complete feasibility studies for the utilization of our zero-emission hydrogen boiler technology. HT is presently working with its manufacturing partner, Superior Boiler, to deploy its boiler technology at a prominent Western US university while providing decarbonized district heat for its campus.

Hydrogen Technologies’ GHG-free hydrogen-fueled boilers offer a highly efficient and sustainable alternative to conventional fossil fuel-based boilers. DCC™ boilers eliminate greenhouse gas emissions, providing a clean and eco-friendly source of steam and hot water for various industries and applications. HT’s DCC™ system is a recipient of the Solar Impulse Foundation’s prestigious “Solar Impulse Efficient Solution” award recognizing profitable solutions to protect the environment.

JEV recently announced plans to spinout its hydrogen platform from its traditional energy assets as a separate, pure-play H2 solutions company to maximize shareholder value.

The Company also announces that it has arranged a shares for debt transaction to settle an aggregate of $376,071 in interest accrued on convertible debentures outstanding up to November 12, 2024 and disclosed in the Company’s financial statements and in the Company’s news releases dated January 7, 2022 and April 5, 2024. The shares for debt settlement is subject to approval from the TSX Venture Exchange (“TSXV“), pursuant to TSXV Policy 4.3 – Shares for Debt, which will be followed by the Company issuing an aggregate of 2,892,846 common shares (the “Settlement Shares“) at a deemed price of $0.13 to 14 of the holders of the debentures of which two are non-arm’s length parties to the Company. The Settlement Shares will be issued subject to prospectus exemptions available pursuant to Canadian securities laws and will be subject to a four month and one day hold period.

The shares for debt transaction was approved by the Company’s board of directors and did not require a formal valuation nor minority shareholder approval pursuant to Multilateral Instrument 61-101.

About Hydrogen Technologies

Hydrogen Technologies (HT) offers its award-winning CLEAN, ZERO-EMISSION ENERGY SOLUTION for the Commercial and Industrial Boiler Market. There are a wide range of applications for our cleanH2steam DCC™ boiler, which works much like traditional commercial heat, hot water and industrial steam boilers. Whether the application is district heating, food processing, chemical refining, pharmaceuticals, pulp and paper mills, or any other industrial process, HT has a reliable, efficient and clean solution for your GHG and ESG goals.

Website: www.hydrogentechnologiesllc.com
X: https://x.com/h2_technologies
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hydrogen-technologies-inc/

HT CONTACT:
Dean Moretton, Chief Commercial Officer
Hydrogen Technologies
Email: sales@hydrogentechnologiesllc.com

About Jericho Energy Ventures

Jericho is an energy company positioned for the current energy transitions; owning, operating and developing both traditional hydrocarbon JV assets and advancing the low-carbon energy transition, with active investments in hydrogen. Our wholly owned subsidiary, Hydrogen Technologies, delivers breakthrough, patented, zero-emission boiler technology to the Commercial & Industrial heat and steam industry. We also hold strategic investments and board positions in California Catalysts (formerly H2U Technologies), a leading developer of advanced materials for electrolysis, and Supercritical Solutions, developing the world’s first, high pressure, ultra-efficient electrolyzer. Jericho also owns and operates long-held producing oil and gas JV assets in Oklahoma which it is currently developing from cash flows in an effort to further increase production.

Website: www.jerichoenergyventures.com
X: https://x.com/JerichoEV
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/jericho-energy-ventures
YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/JerichoEnergyVentures

JEV CONTACT:
Allen Wilson, Director, or
Adam Rabiner, Dir. of Investor Relations
Jericho Energy Ventures Inc.
Tel. 604.343.4534
Email: investorrelations@jerichoenergyventures.com

This news release contains certain “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking ‎statements” (collectively, “forward-looking statements“) within the meaning of applicable ‎securities laws. Such forward-looking statements are not representative of historical facts or ‎information or current condition, but instead represent only Jericho’s beliefs regarding future ‎events, plans or objectives, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and outside of ‎Jericho’s control. Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as ‎‎”plan”, “expect”, “project”, “intend”, “believe”, “anticipate”, “estimate” and other similar words, ‎or statements that certain events or conditions “may”, “will” or “may not” occur.‎ Specifically, this ‎news release contains forward-looking statements relating to, among others, the successful specific grant funding application and approvals by the DOE. Selection for award negotiations is not a commitment by DOE to issue an award or provide funding.

Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors ‎that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-‎looking statements, which include, but are not limited to: regulatory changes; changes to the ‎definition of, or interpretation of, foreign private issuer status; the impacts of COVID-19 and other ‎infectious diseases; general economic conditions; industry conditions; current and future ‎commodity prices and price volatility; significant and ongoing stock market volatility; currency and ‎interest rate fluctuation; governmental regulation of the energy industry, including environmental ‎regulation; geological, technical and drilling problems; unanticipated operating events; the ‎availability of capital on acceptable terms; the need to obtain required approvals from regulatory ‎authorities; liabilities and risks inherent in oil and gas exploration, development and production ‎operations; liabilities and risks inherent in early stage hydrogen technology projects, energy ‎storage, carbon capture and new energy systems; changes in government environmental ‎objectives or plans; and the other factors described in Jericho’s public filings available at ‎www.sedarplus.ca.

The forward-looking statements contained herein are based on certain key expectations and ‎‎assumptions ‎of Jericho ‎concerning anticipated financial performance, business prospects, ‎strategies, ‎regulatory regimes, the ‎‎sufficiency of budgeted capital expenditures in carrying out ‎planned activities, the ability to obtain financing on ‎acceptable terms, expansion of consumer ‎adoption of the Company’s (or its subsidiaries’) technologies and products, results of DCC™ feasibility studies and the success of ‎investments, all of which are ‎subject to change based on ‎market conditions, ‎potential timing delays ‎and other risk factors. Although Jericho believes that these assumptions and the expectations ‎are ‎reasonable based on information currently available to management, such ‎statements are not ‎guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from ‎‎those in the forward-looking statements. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-‎looking ‎statements.‎

Readers are cautioned that the foregoing lists are not exhaustive. The forward-looking statements ‎contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release, and Jericho does not ‎undertake to update any forward-looking statements that are contained or referenced herein, ‎except as required by applicable securities laws‎.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in ‎the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of ‎this release.

SOURCE: Jericho Energy Ventures, Inc.

TULSA, OK and VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / November 4, 2024 / Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. (TSXV:JEV)(OTC PINK:JROOF)(FRA:JLM) (“Jericho”, “JEV” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has approved Management’s plan to separate Jericho’s hydrogen solutions platform (the “Spinout Transaction”) into a new entity to be named Hydrogen Technologies Corporation (“HTC”), subject to certain conditions including receipt of necessary regulatory and shareholder approvals.

Assuming completion of the Spinout Transaction on the terms contemplated by management, each JEV shareholder will retain their shares of Jericho and, in consideration of the transfer of JEV’s hydrogen assets to HTC, will receive shares of HTC (a newly formed BC-based reporting issuer) on a pro rata basis. The definitive terms of the Spinout Transaction are expected to be contained in a management information circular delivered to shareholders in connection with the meeting to approve the Spinout Transaction.

The purpose of the proposed Spinout Transaction is to create two independent specialized energy companies, with a clear focus on leadership in their respective markets. This move will allow both businesses to operate with distinct strategies, tailored capital structures, and focused investment plans, aiming to deliver superior outcomes for stakeholders.

While management intends to move forward with implementation of the Spinout Transaction on a priority basis, definitive terms of the Spinout Transaction, including the final determination to submit a proposal to shareholders, is subject to ongoing review by management and the Board of Directors. The Spinout Transaction is also subject to approval of the TSX Venture Exchange (“TSXV”), approval of the Jericho shareholders and will be subject to approval of the British Columbia courts if effected by way of plan of arrangement. Shareholder approval may be sought at the Company’s Annual General Meeting (“AGM”), scheduled for January 15, 2025 or at a subsequent meeting held for the purpose of such approval.

After the separation, Jericho Energy Ventures would continue to trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol JEV, representing its oil and gas business.

Brian Williamson, CEO of Jericho Energy Ventures, stated, “By separating our hydrogen platform, we can create two agile, focused companies. This will allow each to pursue its strategic objectives independently and position them for long-term growth and success. We believe JEV shareholders will benefit from the distinct growth opportunities in both the hydrogen and oil & gas sectors, with each company committed to maximizing value within its industry.”

About Jericho Energy Ventures

Jericho is an energy company positioned for the current energy transitions; owning, operating and developing both traditional hydrocarbon JV assets and advancing the low-carbon energy transition, with active investments in hydrogen. Our wholly owned subsidiary, Hydrogen Technologies, delivers breakthrough, patented, zero-emission boiler technology to the Commercial & Industrial heat and steam industry. We also hold strategic investments and board positions in H2U Technologies (a breakthrough electrocatalyst and low-cost electrolyzer platform) and Supercritical Solutions (developing the world’s first, high pressure, ultra-efficient electrolyzer). Jericho also owns and operates long-held producing oil and gas JV assets in Oklahoma which it is currently developing from cash flows in an effort to further increase production.

Website: www.jerichoenergyventures.com
X: https://x.com/JerichoEV
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/jericho-energy-ventures
YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/JerichoEnergyVentures

JEV CONTACT:
Allen Wilson, Director, or
Adam Rabiner, Dir. of Investor Relations
Jericho Energy Ventures Inc.
Tel. 604.343.4534
Email: investorrelations@jerichoenergyventures.com

This news release contains certain “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking ‎statements” (collectively, “forward-looking statements“) within the meaning of applicable ‎securities laws. Such forward-looking statements are not representative of historical facts or ‎information or current condition, but instead represent only Jericho’s beliefs regarding future ‎events, plans or objectives, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and outside of ‎Jericho’s control. Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as ‎‎”plan”, “expect”, “project”, “intend”, “believe”, “anticipate”, “estimate” and other similar words, ‎or statements that certain events or conditions “may”, “will” or “may not” occur.‎ Specifically, this ‎news release contains forward-looking statements relating to implementation of the Spinout Transaction and receipt of necessary approvals.

Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors ‎that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-‎looking statements, which include, but are not limited to: regulatory changes; changes to the ‎definition of, or interpretation of, foreign private issuer status; the impacts of COVID-19 and other ‎infectious diseases; general economic conditions; industry conditions; current and future ‎commodity prices and price volatility; significant and ongoing stock market volatility; currency and ‎interest rate fluctuation; governmental regulation of the energy industry, including environmental ‎regulation; geological, technical and drilling problems; unanticipated operating events; the ‎availability of capital on acceptable terms; the need to obtain required approvals from regulatory ‎authorities; liabilities and risks inherent in oil and gas exploration, development and production ‎operations; liabilities and risks inherent in early stage hydrogen technology projects, energy ‎storage, carbon capture and new energy systems; changes in government environmental ‎objectives or plans; and the other factors described in Jericho’s public filings available at ‎www.sedarplus.ca.

The forward-looking statements contained herein are based on certain key expectations and ‎‎assumptions ‎of Jericho ‎concerning anticipated financial performance, business prospects, ‎strategies, ‎regulatory regimes, the ‎‎sufficiency of budgeted capital expenditures in carrying out ‎planned activities, the ability to obtain financing on ‎acceptable terms, expansion of consumer ‎adoption of the Company’s (or its subsidiaries’) technologies and products, results of DCC™ feasibility studies and the success of ‎investments, all of which are ‎subject to change based on ‎market conditions, ‎potential timing delays ‎and other risk factors. Although Jericho believes that these assumptions and the expectations ‎are ‎reasonable based on information currently available to management, such ‎statements are not ‎guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from ‎‎those in the forward-looking statements. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-‎looking ‎statements.‎

Readers are cautioned that the foregoing lists are not exhaustive. The forward-looking statements ‎contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release, and Jericho does not ‎undertake to update any forward-looking statements that are contained or referenced herein, ‎except as required by applicable securities laws‎.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in ‎the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of ‎this release.

SOURCE: Jericho Energy Ventures, Inc.

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David Lawder Thu, October 24, 2024 at 2:06 PM EDT 4 min read:

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned on Thursday that the world is in danger of becoming mired in a low-growth, high-debt path that will leave governments with fewer resources to improve opportunities for their people and tackle climate change and other challenges.

The result is increasingly dissatisfied populations, Georgieva said during a press conference during the IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Washington.

The meetings are clouded by the looming Nov. 5 U.S. presidential election, which raises the specter that Americans, stung by high inflation during Democratic President Joe Biden’s administration, could return Republican candidate Donald Trump to the White House, ushering in a new era of protectionist trade policies and trillions of dollars in new U.S. debt.

Dissatisfaction is not unique to the U.S., Georgieva said, despite the global economy showing some resilience in the face of threats from wars, weak demand in China, and the lagged effects of tight monetary policy.

“For most of the world, a ‘soft landing’ is in sight, but people are not feeling good about their economic prospects,” Georgieva said, referring to a scenario in which high inflation is tamed without a painful recession or large job losses. “Everybody I ask here, how is your economy? The answer is good. How is the mood of your people? The answer is not so good. Families are still hurting from high prices and global growth is anemic.”

The IMF on Tuesday released new economic forecasts showing that global GDP growth will decline slightly by 2029 to 3.1% from 3.2% this year, well below its 2000-2019 average of 3.8%, as current U.S. strength fades.

At the same time, the IMF’s Fiscal Monitor showed global government debt is set to top $100 trillion for the first time this year and continue rising as political sentiment increasingly favors more government spending and is resistant to tax increases. It also predicts that government debt as a share of GDP, now 93%, is set to reach 100% by 2030, exceeding its peak during the COVID pandemic.

“So here is the bottom line: the global economy is in danger of getting stuck on a low-growth, high-debt path,” Georgieva said. “That means lower incomes and fewer jobs. It also means lower government revenues, so less resources for families and to fight long-term challenges like climate change. These are anxious times with these problems in mind.”

Finance chiefs from G20 major economies separately expressed optimism for a soft landing, and urged resistance to protectionism.

“We observe good prospects of a soft landing of the global economy, although multiple challenges remain,” the G20 finance ministers and central bank governors said in a joint statement issued after a meeting on the sidelines of the meetings in Washington.

The communique did not mention Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, long a point of division for the G20, or Israel’s military conflicts with the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza and the Iran-backed Hezbollah organization in Lebanon.

A separate statement issued by Brazil, which currently holds the G20 presidency, said members disagreed on whether the conflicts should be discussed within the group, but added that it would continue such talks among lower-level officials ahead of a G20 leaders summit in Rio de Janeiro in November.

CHINA’S PATH

Georgieva said that China’s growth could slow to “way below 4%” unless its government takes decisive action to shift its economic model towards consumer demand from exports and manufacturing investment.

After long maintaining Chinese growth forecasts at or above Beijing’s 5% target, the IMF this week cut China’s 2024 growth outlook to 4.8%, with a projection slowdown to 4.5% in 2025. China’s GDP grew at a 7.4% rate in 2014.

Georgieva said more details on China’s stimulus plans were needed to assess whether they would improve its outlook. The IMF’s chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, and U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Tuesday they have not seen anything from Beijing that would materially raise China’s domestic demand.

The IMF and World Bank meetings also have been marked by new worries about an escalation of the war in the Middle East, which was triggered a year ago by Hamas’ surprise attack on Israel.

A wider escalation of the conflict could increase spillovers to economies in the region, Georgieva said, including Egypt, which earlier this year won a $3 billion increase to its IMF loan program.

Georgieva said she will travel to Egypt in the next 10 days to assess economic conditions for possible further changes to the program amid a severe drop in the country’s Suez Canal revenues.

Jihad Azour, the director of the IMF’s Middle East and Central Asia Department, told a briefing that the size of the program was still appropriate, but Georgieva would assess the effectiveness of the country’s social protection programs in the current environment.

(Reporting by David Lawder; Editing by Paul Simao)

Source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/imf-chief-says-world-economy-180635326.html