Fernando Álvarez: "With a 3 percent growth, no one in their life would say that Argentina is going through a recession"
Economist Fernando Álvarez discusses the challenges in interpreting Argentina's economic indicators amid claims of recession despite reported growth.
Unemployment reaches a record low, overshadowing workforce wastage still in double digits
Brazil's historically low unemployment rate masks persistent challenges in the labor market, particularly concerning workforce underutilization.
Milei travels in his triumphalist bubble
Javier Milei celebrates positive economic indicators while downplaying significant areas of concern in Argentina's economic landscape.
Dow Jones Falls Over 500 Points Amidst Rising Inflation Concerns and Iranian Situation
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped more than 500 points due to heightened concerns over inflation and the situation in Iran.
IPCA-15 accelerates to 0.84% in February and exceeds projections
The IPCA-15 inflation rate rose to 0.84% in February, surpassing financial analysts' projections of 0.57%.
Dollar opens with the market attentive to inflation preview and US data
The dollar begins the session rising by 0.15% as the Brazilian market awaits inflation indicators and U.S. economic data.
Public accounts have a surplus exceeding R$ 100 billion in January; but federal state-owned companies report deterioration with a deficit of R$ 3.33 billion
Brazil's public accounts recorded a primary surplus of R$ 103.7 billion in January, but federal state-owned enterprises saw a significant decline with a deficit of R$ 3.33 billion.
Industry: 'Producer prices slowed down' in January
Producer prices in Greece's domestic industry experienced a decline in January 2026, raising expectations for price cooling at retail levels.
In the US Congress, Donald Trump reviews his first year in office
Donald Trump delivered a speech in Congress marking the first year of his presidency, highlighting positive economic indicators while also facing opposition and controversy.
Does the Spike in Unemployment Reveal a Crisis in Britain's Economy?
A recent spike in Britain's unemployment rate alongside weak economic growth indicators suggests deeper underlying issues in the UK's economic recovery.
The Art of Banxico Saying Little
The minutes from Banco de México's monetary policy meetings reveal limitations in fulfilling the objective of transparently communicating decision-making processes.
Javier Milei, live: the latest measures of the Government
Javier Milei updates on the government's latest measures, economic indicators, and interactions with business leaders in Argentina.
Wall Street is in apparent calm. But beneath the surface, it is boiling
The article discusses the underlying tensions in Wall Street despite a visible calm.
Battle between XAU and USD continues: This is the gold price forecast
The gold price remains around $5,000, influenced by geopolitical tensions, holidays, and supply-demand dynamics, while the dollar shows moderate gains against other currencies.
Minas Gerais begins 2026 without cash on hand and has the worst fiscal situation in the country
Minas Gerais starts 2026 with a negative cash balance exceeding R$ 11 billion, making it the state with the worst fiscal condition in Brazil.
Chungbuk, embraced by SK Hynix, had the best economic indicators in the country last year
Chungbuk region reported the highest economic indicators in South Korea last year, driven by the semiconductor industry, notably due to the impact of the SK Hynix factory.
EU focuses on European products, pressure on Iran, weak data from Poland
The European Union is pushing for stronger support of its industries, while tensions with Iran are impacting oil prices and Polish economic indicators are concerning.
COFIX in January Decreases by 0.12%p... Adjustable Mortgage Rates Drop for the First Time in Five Months
In January, Korea's COFIX, the benchmark for floating mortgage rates, fell for the first time in five months, indicating potential lower borrowing costs for consumers.
Nikkei Average Continues to Rise, Exceeding Previous Closing High due to Rising US Stocks and Weak Yen
The Nikkei average continues to rise, briefly surpassing its previous closing high of 57,650 yen due to an increase in US stocks and a weaker yen.
Dollar opens lower with attention to the liquidation of Banco Pleno, Focus, and Fed minutes
The dollar opened lower in Brazil as investors monitored the liquidation of Banco Pleno and awaited various economic indicators.
World Cup Will Reactivate Tourism in the US: Holiday Inn Owner
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) believes that the upcoming World Cup will boost tourism in the United States, which is crucial for its business, alongside promising economic indicators.
Trump says 'this is a Democrat shutdown' as he touts low inflation, falling murder rate
President Trump attributes the ongoing partial government shutdown to Democrats, while highlighting positive economic indicators during a press conference aboard Air Force One.
Manufacturing output decreases, but wages rise in Mexico during December
In December, Mexico saw a 0.1% decrease in manufacturing output and hours worked, while real average salaries increased by 1%, according to national statistics.
19 Indicators Against Catastrophism
A study by Harvard reveals that, despite serious economic challenges, Spain's economy shows resilience through 19 positive indicators.
Most people are 'satisfied' or 'very satisfied' with current work, research indicates
A recent survey reveals that 78.1% of people in Brazil are either 'satisfied' or 'very satisfied' with their current jobs, marking the highest percentage since the inception of this question in 2025.
Real today and blue real today: what is the exchange rate and the price of the Brazilian currency this Friday, February 13
The Brazilian real exchanges at $239.64 for buying and $239.87 for selling on February 13, 2026, while the blue real is priced at $276.75 for buying and $287.75 for selling.
Blue Dollar today: how much is it quoted this Friday, February 13
The blue dollar rate is $1420 for buying and $1440 for selling as of Friday, February 13, 2026.
Guayaquil Chamber of Commerce launched 'Economic Dashboard' with official figures, but with its own analysis
The Guayaquil Chamber of Commerce has launched a new Economic Dashboard that consolidates key macroeconomic and financial indicators for analysis by various stakeholders.
Economist warns of an impending serious problem: 'Someone will have to pay for it'
A Lithuanian economist warns that while current economic indicators are positive, the country may face serious issues related to debt and an aging population in the future.
Interest rate hikes are just as likely as cuts
Economic indicators suggest that interest rate hikes are now as probable as cuts, according to leading economist Kjetil Olsen at Nordea.
The CAC 40 takes off and sets a new record near 8440 points: what technical thresholds to watch now?
The CAC 40 index has reached a new record high of approximately 8440 points amid positive market behavior following favorable earnings reports from European companies and the adoption of a budget by the French Parliament.
The Statistics Office does not know when January's consumer price index data will be ready
The Estonian Statistics Office has delayed the release of January's consumer price index data twice and is currently unsure when it will be available.
Dollar starts the day with attention to Galípolo's remarks and US indicators
The dollar opened lower on Wednesday, reflecting economic signals from Brazil and the US labor market reports.
Yen rises, temporarily hitting 154 yen to the dollar, as retail sales fall short of market expectations
The Japanese yen appreciated against the dollar, reaching a temporary rate of 154 yen per dollar due to disappointing U.S. retail sales figures.
Mansueto criticizes Lula's economic management and attributes better scenario to external factors
Economist Mansueto Almeida criticized President Lula's economic management, attributing improvements in Brazil's economic indicators to external factors and warning of potential fiscal issues ahead.
Macroeconomic Results in 2025
The article discusses the negative macroeconomic indicators for Mexico in 2025 during the first year of Claudia Sheinbaum's administration, highlighting stagnant growth and a decline in per capita economic performance.
Pensions and Benefits Increase. Raise Higher Than Government Expected
Poland's annual pension and benefit adjustments will increase by 5.3%, exceeding government expectations due to adjusted economic indicators.
In addition to the new CPI, INDEC also planned to update another key index that has distortions
INDEC's plan to update the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to reflect more current data has been suspended, alongside another crucial index related to wages that also suffers from significant delays and distortions.
Even with unemployment low, high interest rates lead to record delinquencies
Despite historically low unemployment, delinquency rates surged to record levels due to high interest rates and shorter repayment timelines.
Is the politics of an RBA rate rise too ‘basic’? - podcast
The podcast discusses the Reserve Bank's first rate hike in over two years, exploring the political implications and economic indicators behind the decision with insights from various financial experts.
Country risk rises again, reaching 520 points in another day of global financial tension
Amid increased global financial stress and disappointing U.S. economic indicators, Argentina's country risk surged to 520 points, marking a significant jump from last week's low.
Consumer confidence in SP declines and interrupts 4 months of growth
The National Confidence Index decreased by 2% in January, interrupting four consecutive months of growth and returning to a neutral range.
Inflation: At 2.8% in January, above the European average
Inflation in the country stands at 2.8% in January 2026, higher than the EU average of 1.7%, according to preliminary estimates from Eurostat.
Stock Market: Continuing upward towards 2,400 points
The Athens Stock Exchange remains in positive territory as buyers further bridge the gap to the milestone of 2,400 points, showing resilience despite external concerns and overbought levels.
Nikkei Average briefly hits 54,000 yen mark, rises over 1,400 yen due to strong U.S. indicators
On the Tokyo stock market on the 3rd, the Nikkei average rose over 1,400 yen, briefly reaching the 54,000 yen mark, spurred by positive economic indicators released from the U.S.
NYSE Dow rises over 500 points, closing at 49,407 dollars - Manufacturing index favored
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 515.19 points to close at 49,407.66 dollars in the New York stock market, driven by strong economic indicators and a reduction in tariffs on India by President Trump.
The Hidden Plot Behind Lavagna's Controversial Departure from Indec
Marco Lavagna unexpectedly resigned from Indec amidst heated discussions, raising concerns about the impact on public trust in economic indicators.
Paying for Dental Visits Yourself? "Hectic Attempt to Find Measures"
Amidst weak economic indicators, politicians are exploring solutions, though major reforms remain elusive according to WELT reporter Marco Reinke.
Now come the economic indicators, the cyclicals - Germany has a lot to offer
The article discusses the ongoing record series in the German stock market, highlighting recommended German stocks for investors as explained by analyst Robert Halver.
Turkey's Priority in 2026: The Kurdish Issue Both Domestically and Regionally
Turkey closed 2025 with internal stability, improving economic indicators, increased regional influence, and nearing a resolution to the Kurdish issue, both domestically and regionally.