IMF Urges Chile to Implement Reforms to Stimulate Economic Growth
The IMF recommends that Chile adopt structural reforms to address its economic slowdown, focusing on investment efficiency, labor participation, and...
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Colombian Waste Pickers Inundate Iconic Bogota Square With Plastic Bottles To Protest Falling Wages
Dozens of Colombian waste pickers gathered at Bogota’s Bolivar Square, bringing 15 tons of recyclable goods to protest falling wages...
Tanzania’s Private Sector Voices Concerns Over Proposed Fiscal Measures in 2025/26 Budget
Tanzania's private sector expresses alarm over proposed fiscal measures in the 2025/26 budget, particularly a 10% withholding tax on retained...
Lebanon’s Economic Monitor: Projected Growth Amidst Ongoing Challenges
Amidst political fragility and economic challenges, Lebanon's real GDP growth is projected at 4.7% in 2025. The World Bank's Lebanon...
Asia-Pacific Markets Set to Open Mixed as Investors Await China Data, Monitor Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions
Asia-Pacific markets are set to open mixed, with investors keenly awaiting China's economic data and monitoring rising tensions between Israel...
Borno Tops List of Most Expensive States to Live in Nigeria, NBS Data Shows
Borno State has emerged as Nigeria's most expensive state to live in, according to the latest report from the NBS,...
Nigeria’s Consumer Inflation Drops to 22.97% in May
In May, Nigeria's consumer inflation rate decreased to 22.97% year-on-year, down from 23.71% in April. Despite this decline indicating a...
Colombia’s 12-Month Inflation Rate Hits 5.05% in May, Falling Short of Projections
Colombia's May inflation rates stood at 5.05%, below forecasted expectations. The consumer price index rose by 0.32%, leading to revised...
Colombia’s Inflation Rate Hits Lowest Level Since 2021
Colombia's annual inflation rate has dropped to 5.05% in May 2025, the lowest level since October 2021. This reduction reflects...
Can the New Cocoa Board Help Revitalize Nigeria’s Cocoa Industry?
Nigeria's cocoa industry, once a leading global producer, faces serious declines. The proposed National Cocoa Management Board aims to reverse...
