U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Argentina Celebrates Approval of IMF Agreement
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Argentina has welcomed the recent IMF agreement ratification by the Chamber of Deputies as...
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South African Rand Declines Following Central Bank’s Interest Rate Decision
The South African rand weakened as the central bank held the interest rate steady at 7.50%. The rand traded at...
Congo President Proposes Minerals-for-Security Partnership with U.S.
Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi proposes a minerals-for-security partnership with the U.S. This deal aims to enhance Congo's...
Minerva’s Commitment to Debt Reduction After Major Acquisition
Minerva, South America's largest beef exporter, pledges to reduce debt after acquiring Marfrig assets for 7.5 billion reais. Analysts express...
Military Governments in Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso Target Foreign Mining Competitors
Military governments in Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso aim to eliminate foreign competitors in mining. Niger suspended operations of Chinese...
Minerva Seeks to Cut Debt After Major Acquisition Amidst Operational Challenges
Minerva, South America’s largest beef exporter, aims to reduce debt after a significant acquisition despite facing operational challenges. Analysts express...
Argentina Set to Exceed 450,000 Tons of Lithium Production by 2030
Argentina is set to increase its lithium production to over 450,000 tons by 2030, positioning itself as a vital contributor...
Minerva Aims to Reduce Debt Post-Acquisition Amid Analyst Concerns
Minerva, South America's largest beef exporter, aims to reduce its debt this year and next after a significant acquisition, despite...
Cameroon’s Public Debt Increased by 7.8% in 2024 Due to Government Borrowing
Cameroon’s public debt rose by 7.8% in 2024, reaching CFA14.237 trillion, or about 45.6% of GDP. Driven primarily by central...
Cheaper Loan Rates for SMEs Amid Rising Borrowing Costs for Others in Cameroon
By the end of Q3 2024, Cameroon saw its average bank loan rate drop to 8.29%, driven significantly by reduced...
