On a hot January afternoon in Sandton, near Johannesburg, South Africa, the only thing locals associated with Argentina was football. With typical hospitality, they repeatedly advised us: “Take […]
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Puerto Rico Launches $200 Incentive for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Puerto Rico’s Elderly Affairs Ombudsman, Yolanda Varela Rosa, announced the launch of a new initiative called “Grandparents Raising Grandchildren” on Thursday, September 4. The program provides a $200 […]
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Argentina’s Economic Plan Faces Mounting Challenges Ahead of Key Elections
Four months after President Javier Milei declared that “it’s time for growth” and claimed inflation had a “death date,” Argentina’s economic reality has taken a sharp turn. Instead […]
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The Stripper Index: An Unconventional Signal of Economic Downturn
When traditional economic indicators lag, informal signals like the Stripper Index may offer early warnings of financial strain. This unconventional metric tracks the earnings and tips received by […]
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Poland’s Economic Rise Positions It as Sixth-Richest EU Nation
Since 1990, Poland has undergone a remarkable economic transformation, growing from an economy one-fifth the size of Switzerland’s to being projected as the sixth-wealthiest nation in the European […]
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Florida Offers Financial Assistance for Rent, Utilities, and Groceries
In response to financial hardships faced by some residents, Florida provides economic aid to help cover rent, utility bills, and food expenses. The PHCD Emergency Rental Assistance program […]
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The Economic Absurdity of Ending the “De Minimis” Exemption
The U.S. decision to eliminate the “de minimis” exemption, which previously allowed duty-free entry of low-value goods, has triggered widespread disruption in global e-commerce. Until recently, this streamlined […]
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Trump Considers Hassett, Warsh, and Waller for Federal Reserve Chair
U.S. President Donald Trump has narrowed his selection for the next Federal Reserve chair to three primary candidates: Kevin Hassett, Kevin Warsh, and Christopher Waller. The announcement came […]
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South Africa’s Transnet to Invest $7.4 Billion to Revamp Rail and Port Infrastructure
Transnet SOC Ltd., South Africa’s state-owned freight logistics company, has announced plans to allocate approximately 130 billion rand (about $7.4 billion) toward infrastructure upgrades over the next five […]
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Trump Hosts Tech Leaders at White House, Praises Nadella and Pichai Amid AI and Investment Talks
US President Donald Trump welcomed a group of prominent technology executives for a dinner at the White House on Thursday, highlighting their role in shaping the future of […]