Extreme weather could bring next recession
Despite the obvious risks, investors and asset managers have been conspicuously slow to connect physical climate risk to company market valuations.
Investment
Wall Street investors react to climate change
Climate change is being felt in a corner of the world different from where one might expect: Wall Street.
Macroeconomics
Argentina's public debt is unsustainable
The IMF and the government of Alberto Fernández reached the decision to seek private bondholders to assume losses and renegotiate obligations.
Macroeconomics
Extreme weather could bring next recession
Despite the obvious risks, investors and asset managers have been conspicuously slow to connect physical climate risk to company market valuations.
Business
Lulo Bank arrives to Colombia
The entity promises to be a 100% digital bank without physical offices. Here we tell you what you should know about the neobank.
Trade
This is how US trade decisions affect Latin America
25 nations ceased to be recognized by the United States as developing countries, which would eliminate some subsidies and change the trade relationship
Business
What is the best way to encourage innovation?
Economists and business leaders agree that innovation is a major force behind economic growth, but many disagree on what is the best way to encourage workers to produce the "think-outside-of-the-box" ideas
Investment
Fintech industry and culture change: what you need to know
In an interview with The Woman Post, Cleiva Alves Aguilar talks about the importance and impact of the Fintech industry in the current market.
Business
There are some overlooked key attributes of effective leaders
These four distinct series of mindsets to engage, navigate change and lead more effectively make the best leaders.
Macroeconomics
Guatemala and El Salvador seek Central American unity
The two countries made important decisions with which they want the region to be strengthened in some of the issues they have in common, such as migration
Business
Women-only business groups marginalize and fail to empower members
Women-only business networks fail to boost female entrepreneurship and instead serve to marginalize further the very people they seek to help
Macroeconomics
This is how the World Economic Forum ended
The 50th edition of the Davos forum ended after five days in which 3000 attendees gathered to discuss the most important issues of world economy
Business
Sustainability strategies more successful when managers believe in them
Cass research finds sustainability strategies can enhance a firm's mainstream business strategy.
Personal
Faking emotions at work does more harm than good
The study surveyed working adults in a wide variety of industries including education, manufacturing, engineering, and financial services.
Investment
This is how you could become a Uruguayan citizen
The elected president, Luis Lacalle Pou, will facilitate the entry of foreigners to increase the population
Business
Good connections key to startup success
The future potential of early-stage startups can be assessed by their existing professional relationships.
Business
How coworkers impact the value of your skills
Research at Harvard's Growth Lab finds that skills of coworkers may matter as much as a worker's own skills in achieving higher income
Personal
How retailers can make more money in online auctions
The study focuses on online auction platforms used by retailers to sell their unsold or returned inventory to discount stores and wholesale liquidators.
Business
Maximizing bike-share ridership: New research says it's all about location
A 10% increase in bike-availability levels boosts ridership by 12%.
Personal
Is it affordable to have a baby?
One of the most expensive parts of having a baby may involve the birth itself.
Macroeconomics
Another six months of tax benefits in Venezuela
The government decided to expand tax benefits for dollar stores. Here we tell you what you should know.
Business
Unpaid women's work is actually a real job
Household and care work has been performed especially by women. This work takes most of the women's time a day, but as it is unpaid, it doesn't let women be economically autonomous.
Trade
USA and China: closer to a trade agreement
On January 15, the United States and China will sign the first phase of a trade agreement that could end the tensions of both countries
Personal
Luxury consumption can fuel 'impostor syndrome' among some buyers
While luxury consumption holds the promise of elevated status, it can backfire and make consumers feel inauthentic, which produces the syndrome.
Personal
7 tips to save your money in 2020
Make this one of your New Year resolutions. It is simpler than you may think.
Business
This is the key for a successful online banking service
The nature of online banking is the cause of the reticence of the over-55s to use it as they do not feel comfortable navigating the 'digital world'.
Macroeconomics
Argentina: new project seeks to boost its economy
One of Alberto Fernández's first measures in the presidency is a package of laws to try to get out of the economic crisis that the country is facing.
Business
5 Low-cost business ideas for animal lovers
Everyone loves animals, but few people are able to turn that love into a business. So here are some ways you can do it.
Macroeconomics
Latin America lives its worst economic moment in 70 years
The ECLAC study revealed that the region faces almost zero economic growth.
Personal
'Financial infidelity': What defines it, who is at risk, and what are the consequences?
Financial infidelity has the potential to be as harmful to relationship health and longevity as sexual infidelity.
Business
Groups work better when stakes are gradually increased
A gradual approach to increasing the stakes of group coordination projects can improve overall team performance
Business
How to boost sales of fair trade and sustainable goods
Want to sell fair trade and sustainable products? Use made-to-order production and see how consumers respond favorably
Macroeconomics
From China, to El Salvador: these are the Christmas gifts of the Asian giant
The aid that China offered to El Salvador in a cooperation plan is huge
Business
CEOs and CFOs working together equals 10% more money
A study offers quantifiable insights into a phenomenon that is difficult to document - the influence CEOs have on colleagues who could potentially increase their pay.
Business
Movistar says goodbye to the market in Latin America
Telefónica, owner of Movistar, will leave much of Latin America to concentrate on other markets.
Personal
How are income inequality and women's sexualization linked?
Study showed that women assigned to economically unequal societies seem to be more anxious about their social status.
Business
Pride bank: the first LGBTI+ digital bank is in Brazil
The first headquarters of this bank will be in Brazil and will allocate 5% of its income in actions that favor this community.
Trade
The Lithium triangle has Latin America with a square head
This element found naturally on our planet has become the gasoline of tomorrow, as it mainly serves to manufacture the batteries of our devices
Business
Government integrity holds key to tackling corporate corruption
Government leaders must set a good example to the business community if they want to eliminate corporate corruption, a new study reveals.
Business
Here are five business trends for 2020
This trends may result interesting for you if you are trying to start a business in 2020
Business
CEOs' political leanings are affecting their pay packages
When firms design the initial pay package for a new CEO, they focus on that person's tolerance or aversion to risk-taking.
Personal
Harley Davidson Motorcycle: what to know when buying
Willing to buy a used vehicle, you must carefully check it first to protect yourself from unpleasant situations of all kinds
Personal
#MeTooPay is looking for gender pay equality
November 14 marked Equal Pay Day: the day of the year when women start to work for free. The day is dedicated to raising awareness of the gender pay gap.
Trade
After trade deal, unhealthy foods flowed into Central America
The study analyzes the availability of non-nutritious food in the years after the Central America Free Trade Agreement was signed with the US.
Investment
The environmental cost of cryptocurrency mines
Despite having no physical representation, could these new methods of exchange actually be negatively impacting our planet?
Macroeconomics
US economy to expand, but at a slower pace
The U.S. economy will continue to expand for a 12th consecutive year in 2020, but by only about 2 percent and struggling to remain at that level by year's end
Business
When managing a company, less is more
This study is the first to identify universal strategies for large companies to follow to maximize their sales and market share.
Investment
Why you must experience St. Barts Villas at least once in your lifetime
Planning your next vacation to St. Barts is much easier when you find a great place to stay.
Trade
Cannabis export process in Colombia is ‘Locked’
Colombia has estimated that exports of products processed from cannabis can rise up to 6,000 million dollars annually.