Economy
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ECONOMY
Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul Battles Severe Rain Harvest Disruptions
In Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul, torrential rains are wreaking havoc on the soybean and corn harvest, causing significant delays…
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Venezuela Boosts Public Sector Bonuses Amid Economic Strains
In response to severe inflation and upcoming presidential elections, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announces a $130 monthly bonus for public…
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Costa Rica Lowers 2024 Economic Growth Forecast to 3.8%
The Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR) has adjusted its economic growth projection for 2024 to 3.8% from an earlier…
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Brazil’s Bold Moves to Boost South American Integration
Brazil's government, led by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is initiating a robust effort to enhance South American integration.…
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Argentina’s Milei Again Seeks Radical Economic Overhaul with New Bills
Argentine President Javier Milei's government will attempt to pass a critical package of economic reforms in Parliament for the second…
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Remittances Surge in Central America’s Northern Triangle
In the first two months of 2024, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras—the countries forming Central America's Northern Triangle—received a combined…
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Mexican Financial Markets Bet on Continuity Expecting Sheinbaum Win
As Mexico approaches its historic June 2 elections, financial markets remain stable, signaling an expectation of political continuity under Claudia…
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Argentina’s Economy Dips 3.6% Amidst Harsh Fiscal Adjustments
In the first two months of the year, Argentina's economic activity saw a significant decline of 3.6%, as sectors across…
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Venezuela’s Food Basket Crisis: A Deepening Economic Divide
In Venezuela, the cost of essential food items has skyrocketed to 554.26 USD in March, requiring 155 times the minimum…
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Recyclers’ World Union Holds First Elective Congress in Argentina
In a historic move, the International Alliance of Recyclers (AIR) will hold its inaugural elective congress in Buenos Aires from…
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