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Lagarde chosen to lead IMF; first woman in top job

Lagarde chosen to lead IMF; first woman in top job

French Finance Minister Christine Lagarde has been chosen to lead the International Monetary Fund. She will become the first female managing director of the global lending organization....

 

France's Lagarde poised to become next IMF chief

France's Lagarde poised to become next IMF chief

French Finance Minister Christine Lagarde appeared poised to become the head of the International Monetary Fund this week despite a strong challenge to Europe's traditional hold on the job.

 

France's Lagarde launches bid for IMF leadership

French Finance Minister Christine Lagarde on Wednesday launched her bid to lead the International Monetary Fund, a candidacy that would put the first woman in charge of the scandal-rocked fund but increases tensions with developing nations who want one of their as head.

 

France Plans 50% Tax on Bonuses

Finance Minister Christine Lagarde said France will slap a one-off 50% tax on bonuses awarded to bank employees next year.

 

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