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The IMF has approved a $7 billion EFF arrangement for Pakistan, enabling immediate access to $1 billion, with an additional $1.3 billion through the RSF. Concurrently, the IMF is collaborating …
IMF Approves Financial Arrangements for Pakistan and Engages with Lebanon Read More
AySA’s bond prices surged following President Milei’s deregulation efforts, with bonds due in 2026 soaring over 20 cents. This improvement has provided investors with a 56 percent total return. Milei’s …
AySA’s Bond Market Performance and Future Privatization Prospects Read More
Argentina has requested a $20 billion loan from the IMF amid currency struggles and declining reserves. Economy Minister Luis Caputo noted the country is also discussing additional support from the …
Argentina Seeks $20 Billion IMF Loan Amid Economic Turmoil Read More
Chile’s Congress has enacted social security reforms to improve retirement outcomes by boosting employer contributions from 1.5% to up to 8.5% over nine years. Enhanced competition among AFPs is incentivized …
Chile Enacts Social Security Reforms to Strengthen Retirement Benefits Read More
The U.S. has identified India, along with China, as a key supplier of precursor chemicals for fentanyl production. The Annual Threat Assessment highlights the dangerous role both nations play in …
US Intelligence Report Links India to Fentanyl Trafficking Amid Tariff Threats Read More
Brazil has postponed its tech tax proposal amid concerns about US trade tensions. Instead, it seeks to regulate competition in the digital market, emphasizing domestic fairness while maintaining trade relations …
Brazil Delays Tech Tax Proposal Amid Concerns Over US Trade Relations Read More
Lesotho MPs are urging a significant reduction in the government budget for international trips to address youth unemployment. Proposed savings should be redirected towards job creation and vocational training. The …
Lesotho MPs Advocate for Cuts in International Travel Budget to Combat Unemployment Read More
U.S. Department of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the DOD prioritizes military operations over climate change programs, asserting that recent cuts are necessary to focus on core functions like …
DOD Secretary Hegseth Rejects Climate Change Initiatives, Prioritizes Military Focus Read More
WTI crude oil prices increased to $69.15, driven by a significant drop in U.S. crude inventories and concerns about tighter global supply due to U.S. tariffs affecting Venezuelan oil. API …
WTI Crude Oil Prices Rise Amid Venezuela Supply Concerns Read More
President Trump announced a 25% tariff on countries buying Venezuelan oil, citing hostility from Venezuela. This follows concerns about crime linked to Venezuelan nationals in the US. The US markets …
Trump to Impose 25% Tariff on Purchases of Venezuelan Oil Read More