Agriculture, oil, and minerals prevented a lower GDP in 2025, but this story goes back a long way
Brazil's GDP increased by 2.3% in 2025, thanks mainly to agriculture, oil, and mining, despite a slowdown in economic growth compared to previous years.
Brazil's GDP: how the war in Iran could impact the economy in an election year?
Brazil's economy grew by 2.3% in 2025, marking a slowdown from the previous year's 3.4% growth and raising concerns regarding the influence of international conflicts on local economic conditions, especially in an election year.
At the Border of Burkina Faso, the Slowdown of Trade Weighs on Ivorian Traders
The slowdown of trade at the Burkina Faso border is significantly impacting Ivorian traders and farmers, leading to decreased productivity and lower prices for goods.
Despite ups and downs, economic activity grew 4.4% in 2025
Argentina's economic activity expanded by 4.4% in 2025, despite a slowdown in various sectors towards the end of the year.
Economic slowdown in 2025 compromises ICMS and worsens the scenario of tax reform
The economic slowdown projected for 2025 is expected to significantly impact ICMS revenues and complicate the fiscal scenario for states ahead of an impending tax reform in Brazil.
Restaurants and cafes are closing down one after another in Russia
As the war in Ukraine continues, Russia sees a rapid decline in restaurant and cafe closures, indicating a significant economic slowdown.
U.S. Economic Growth Slowed Down Significantly in the Fourth Quarter, Main Culprit Was the Shutdown
U.S. economic growth faced a significant slowdown in the fourth quarter, attributed to government shutdown impacts.
The growth of the US economy significantly slowed in the fourth quarter
The article discusses a notable slowdown in the growth of the US economy during the fourth quarter.
Watch the parliamentary question hour live at 4 PM โ will elderly care or the economic slowdown be discussed?
Finnish parliamentarians will engage in a live question hour where they will address current political issues, particularly focusing on topics such as elderly care and the economic situation.
'GDP Preview' from BC Indicates Brazil Grew 2.5% in 2025 and Shows Economic Slowdown
Brazil's economy grew by 2.5% in 2025, indicating a slowdown compared to 2024's growth of 3.7%, according to the Central Bank's Economic Activity Index (IBC-BR).
China targets foreign tourists for Lunar New Year โconsumption feastโ
China aims to attract foreign tourists during the Lunar New Year holiday to boost spending and drive economic growth after a slowdown.
UK unemployment rate rises to 5.2%, the highest level in nearly five years
The UK unemployment rate has increased to 5.2%, marking the highest level in almost five years, alongside a slowdown in wage growth.
"In rural areas, protests are more directly targeting the government": a tense New Year in China
Rural protests in China during the Lunar New Year are highlighting the economic dissatisfaction of migrant workers returning to their villages.
INTEREST RATE LOWERED โฉ The Central Bank of Russia continues to lower the interest rate
The Central Bank of Russia has reduced its key interest rate for the sixth consecutive meeting in response to the ongoing economic slowdown and the war in Ukraine.
Surprising interest rate cut by the Central Bank of Russia
The Central Bank of Russia has unexpectedly cut its key interest rate by 50 basis points to 15.5%, signaling potential further reductions in an effort to counteract economic slowdown amid war conditions.
Great Britain is Slowing Down. Investment and Construction Pull GDP Down
The article discusses the economic slowdown of the UK in 2025, highlighting specific sectors and providing growth forecasts for the upcoming year.
Dressed Americans for the Olympics. A Famous Brand Highlights Sales Results
Ralph Lauren reports strong sales performance despite a slowdown in the luxury goods market, showcasing its enduring appeal in a challenging economic climate.
Will the EU ease the carbon emissions trading system? Political pressure is growing
The EU faces increasing political pressure to reform its CO2 emissions trading system (ETS), with some Central and Eastern European countries advocating for a slowdown in emission reduction efforts.
Over 177,000 Russian soldiers dead in Ukraine, says BBC
The BBC reports that over 177,000 Russian soldiers have died in Ukraine, linking poverty and economic slowdown to the increasing casualties.
A tide of unemployed: the alarm that scares China
As the Lunar New Year approaches, China faces anxiety over millions of migrant workers potentially not returning to urban industrial areas due to economic slowdown and structural crises in various sectors.
Industrial production ends 2025 with strong slowdown
Brazil's industrial sector showed significant deceleration in 2025, with a quarterly decline reported for the first time since late 2024, leading to a mere 0.6% production growth for the year compared to 3.1% in 2024.
Remittances at risk due to economic slowdown in the United States and strength of the peso: BBVA Mexico
In 2026, remittance flows to Mexico will face major risks from a potential economic slowdown in the United States, strict immigration policies, and the appreciation of the Mexican peso, according to BBVA Mexico.
Croatia and Bulgaria Lead Central European Growth According to World Bank Forecasts
The World Bank forecasts that Croatia's economy will grow by 2.9% this year, matching Bulgaria's growth, with a slight slowdown expected compared to previous years.
Global growth to slow in 2026 as tariffs and geopolitical tensions rise, UN says
The UN forecasts a slowdown in global economic growth to 2.7% for 2026, attributed to rising tariffs and geopolitical tensions, with a slight recovery expected in the following years.