Brazil Government Underestimates Social Benefits Costs, Experts Warn
The Brazilian government proposed an increase of R$8.3 billion for pensions and R$678 million for the BPC in the 2025...
economics
Analysis of Rising Meat Prices in Uzbekistan Compared to CIS Countries
Meat prices in Uzbekistan are higher than in CIS countries, with beef at 8.1 US dollars per kg. Contributing factors...
Peru Central Bank Maintains Benchmark Interest Rate at 4.75%
Peru's central bank maintained its benchmark interest rate at 4.75%, having gradually reduced it from 7.75% since September 2023. The...
Brazil’s BRICS Presidency Enhances Cross-Border Trade with Blockchain Focus
Brazil is emphasizing blockchain to enhance cross-border trade during its BRICS presidency, pivoting from discussions about a common currency. The...
Impact of South Africa’s 2025 Budget on Consumers: Key Changes and Implications
The 2025 budget by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana aims to stabilize government finances but introduces higher living costs due to...
South Africa Auctions 1 Billion Rand of Inflation-Linked Bonds
South Africa's government sold 1 billion rand in inflation-linked bonds, maturing in 2033, 2043, and 2058, amounting to about $54.91...
South Africa’s 2025 Budget: A Proactive Approach to Economic Growth
South Africa's 2025 Budget features a minimal VAT increase, no fuel levy hikes, and support for farmers. The focus on...
South Africa’s 2025 Budget: Balancing Immediate Needs with Future Growth Opportunities
South Africa's 2025 budget, unveiled by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, attempts to balance fiscal constraints with economic needs, featuring a...
China’s Copper Discovery: A Challenge to Chile’s Market Dominance
China has discovered a potential 20-million-tonne copper deposit on the Tibetan Plateau, threatening Chile's dominance as a copper producer. This...
Addressing Zimbabwe’s Economic Crisis: The Pitfalls of Displacing Street Vendors
The Zimbabwean government's order for street vendors to vacate Harare fails to address the deeper economic crisis prompting their presence....
