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Malawi’s Fiscal Shift: Deficit Amid Rising Spending | Malawi News
Malawi’s treasury flipped from surplus to deficit in July, with spending soaring 69% to a record high—driven largely by debt interest payments—despite stronger tax collections. Non-tax revenues collapsed, dragging overall income down, and experts warn that while monthly swings are normal, persistent deficits could strain borrowing, raise debt costs, and hurt private sector lending. The real test? Whether fiscal discipline holds over time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level…
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