The current situation in Venezuela regarding flight suspensions could lead to a reduction in hotel occupancy to 30 % by the end of 2025, according to Alberto Vieira, president of the National Federation of Hotels of Venezuela (Fenohotel) and director of Conseturismo.
Vieira stated that “the lack of…
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Google issues alert over increase in account takeovers
The alarming increase in email account takeovers led Google to issue an alert, given that cybercriminals are now not only stealing passwords but also capturing authentication codes and even session cookies.
With this advancement in their…
Mexico’s economy shows slow growth
Data from the recent analysis by the Center for Economic Studies of the Private Sector in Mexico (CEESP) indicates that the annual growth rate for the next decade is 1.85 %, due to caution regarding investment and employment.
The private…
Planning to protect your finances this Christmas
Keeping an eye on your finances during Christmas, a season of increased spending, is increasingly important. Buying gifts, clothing, or traditional holiday foods requires taking the time to calculate costs, compare prices, and establish…
French bank BPCE to allow Bitcoin and Ethereum trading
In early December, BPCE launched its pilot program with two million customers for cryptocurrency trading, specifically Bitcoin and Ethereum.
According to the bank, this is the first step towards full opening in 2026. The plan involves…
Getting a plan for Christmas banking holidays
Creating a good payment plan before Christmas Day is useful for maintaining good business and family relationships, as well as ensuring continued access to the services you usually enjoy at home or through your mobile phone.
In this…
Emerging markets projections for 2026
With just a few days left in 2025, emerging markets remain the focus of investors' attention, who see significant economic potential in these subregions.
Focus Economics analysts have studied the situation in each group of countries,…
Bolivia to cut public spending by 30 %
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz Pereira, along with Minister of Economy José Gabriel Espinoza, announced the comprehensive overhaul of the 2026 General State Budget (PGE), which includes a 30 % cut in public spending.
This is the largest…
The United States monitors remittances sent to Latin American countries
Donald Trump continues to strengthen surveillance mechanisms for migrants without legal status. This time, the measures apply to remittance shipments to Latin American countries.
Authorities are intensifying identity verification controls,…
Venezuela’s automotive sector could end 2025 with slight growth
By the end of 2025, Venezuela's automotive sector could show slight growth, according to recent statements by Sergio González, a representative of the sector.
According to the executive, the greatest demand has been in the market…
Germany bans future oil and gas projects in protected areas
German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider unveiled the bill, which prohibits new oil and gas projects in protected areas of the North Sea and the Baltic Sea.
It also includes provisions to eliminate the granting of future licenses “as…
BRICS launches UNIT payments tool, backed by gold and member countries’ currencies
The BRICS group recently launched UNIT, a payment unit backed by gold and a basket of member countries' currencies. This is a further step towards ending the hegemony of the US dollar in the global financial system.
The group stated that…