The second vice president of Fedecámaras, Tiziana Polezel, stated last week that the commercial sector's dynamics were minimal during the month of March. She noted that the first quarter was slow.
She cited the exchange rate differential as the main cause of this, adding that "movement is minimal,…
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IMF cuts GDP growth projection for Latin America and the Caribbean
The International Monetary Fund estimated a slowdown in GDP growth for Latin America and the Caribbean in 2025, according to the organization in its World Economic Outlook report, released last week.
This cut is primarily due to a 0.3 %…
Mexico combats water scarcity with the help of AI
Water stress, as water scarcity is known in Latin America, is being addressed in Mexico with the help of artificial intelligence, according to José Antonio Tiburcio, Director of Innovation and Small Farmers at Bayer Mexico.
Water scarcity…
Agricultural sectors in Latin American countries could benefit from US tariffs
US tariffs on major powers and other countries around the world could allow nations like Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay to benefit by filling the gap in large supply chains, particularly in the agricultural market.
These Latin…
China suspends purchase of Boeing aircraft
Chinese airlines have received communication from the government about the suspension of the purchase of Boeing aircraft in response to the United States tariffs.
According to official instructions, the Chinese government's decision…
Informal employment in Argentina reaches 5.7 million people
The recent report on informality in Argentina by the National Institute of Statistics and Censuses (INDEC) shows that 42 % of the employed population works informally. This percentage equates to more than 5.7 million people.
Job insecurity…
Cybersecurity: ESET Partner Day showcased protection products and features
Caracas was the epicenter of technological innovation in cybersecurity with the highly anticipated ESET Partner Day. This event, organized by Logintel, ESET's exclusive distributor in Venezuela, brought together experts, allies, and…
Spanish SMEs consider digitalization a key for success
The survival of small and medium-sized businesses in the digital age is a major challenge. Spain estimates that 89 % of its SMEs are prioritizing their online presence, according to data from a YouGov study for IONOS.
This same assessment…
US inflation slowed in March
US inflation slowed significantly in March, demonstrating the strength and resilience of the economy despite the trade tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
Economists have already warned that last Thursday's CPI report "could very…
Venezuela will target the export of fishery and agricultural products to the BRICS market
The Venezuelan government indicated that it will seek to market its fishery and agricultural products in the BRICS market to address US tariffs.
Venezuelan Trade Minister Coromoto Godoy indicated that government representatives have…
Mexico reported rising inflation in March
The National Consumer Price Index (INEGI) reported an increase in the inflation rate in Mexico during the month of March, reaching 3.80 %.
The trend continues for the second consecutive month, although it remains within the target range of…
Italy cuts growth forecast to 0.6 % in 2025
The Italian government, through Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti, announced the reduction in its GDP growth forecast to 0.6 %.
"The forecast is contained in the Public Finance Document, the first text with macroeconomic forecasts for…