South Africa Faces VAT Increase Amid Rising Living Costs
As South Africa considers a VAT increase, citizens, especially low-income households, face rising living costs. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana proposed...
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Brazil’s Central Bank Raises Interest Rates Amid Economic Caution
Brazil's central bank raised interest rates by 100 basis points to 14.25%, signaling a potential smaller hike ahead. The new...
Brazil Central Bank Increases Interest Rates Amid Economic Uncertainty
Brazil's central bank raised interest rates by 100 basis points to 14.25% for the third consecutive time, indicating a smaller...
Market Dynamics and Policy Shifts in Uganda and Kenya: An Overview
The article discusses significant financial changes in Uganda and Kenya, including Umeme's exit impacting Uganda's liquidity and investor sentiment, and...
Market Dynamics and Policy Shifts in Uganda and Kenya: Insights from Stanbic Bank
The financial landscapes in Uganda and Kenya are shifting due to market dynamics and policy moves, notably Umeme's exit from...
Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher, Tracking Gains from Wall Street
Bursa Malaysia started higher on January 6, influenced by Wall Street's gains. The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI rose 1.50 points....
Decline in U.S. Consumer Confidence May Threaten Economic Stability
A recent University of Michigan poll revealed a 10.5% decline in U.S. consumer confidence, which could negatively affect economic growth...
Argentina’s Economy Faces Decline Yet Shows Signs of Recovery in 2024
Argentina's economy declined by 1.7% in 2024 but saw a quarterly GDP growth of 1.4% in Q4. Year-on-year, GDP increased...
Brazil’s Central Bank Elevates Interest Rates to 14.25%, the Highest Since 2016
Brazil's Central Bank has increased interest rates to 14.25%, the highest since 2016, to combat inflation and stabilize the economy,...
Malaysia’s Standing in the 2025 World Happiness Report: A Call for Improvement
Malaysia ranked 64th in the 2025 World Happiness Report, lagging behind several ASEAN nations. Key factors influencing happiness included GDP...
