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Araraquara has ended the fourth quarter of 2025 with a commercial surplus and an increase in active companies, although the job market has contracted.

Oslo's municipality has reported its first financial surplus in three years, signaling a recovery after significant budget cuts.

The municipality of Bærum recorded a surplus of 907 million kroner in 2025, contrary to previous forecasts of financial crisis.

The IMF notes that Syria finished 2025 with a slight budget surplus and has agreed on a program with local authorities to assist in implementing significant financial reforms.

Aerolíneas Argentinas reported a positive operational surplus of $112 million in 2025, marking its first profit in two decades without requiring state subsidies.

Brazil's central government reported a primary surplus of R$ 86.9 billion in January, slightly below market expectations and a 2.2% decrease from the same month last year.

Brazil's government recorded a primary surplus of R$ 86.9 billion in January, according to the National Treasury.

Aerolíneas Argentinas reported a record operational surplus of US$112.7 million for 2025, the first time since its nationalization that it didn't receive government support.

Greece's primary budget surplus in January 2026 reached €3.5 billion, exceeding targets but influenced by late payment adjustments.

The IMF calls on China to shift towards consumption-led economic growth and implement stronger fiscal measures to support domestic demand amidst a record trade surplus.

The article discusses how China's focus on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly 'little giants,' is essential to maintaining its manufacturing edge globally.

Norway's population rose by 33,100 in 2025, driven by a surplus of births and net immigration, despite a decline in immigration numbers from previous years.

Volunteers in Kotka, Finland, are preparing gourmet meals from surplus food and providing them free of charge to the community.

Kerecis is set to make a substantial payment to the Icelandic state, improving the financial outlook by converting a deficit into a surplus.

A local group in São Paulo is urging the state government to assign the electrification of the Cantareira tramway to the Light company, citing a surplus of electricity after the end of the city's water crisis.

Vinted, a billion-dollar company and a notable player in the second-hand clothing market, was founded by a Lithuanian student, Milda Mitkute, in 2008, who sought a solution to her surplus clothes.

The article discusses the financial transactions between VZP and Ukrainian nationals, highlighting a surplus of 5.3 billion CZK.

The UK government has reported a record budget surplus of £30.4 billion for January, driven by increased tax receipts, marking a significant improvement in public finances.

The UK government has reported a record budget surplus for January 2026, with a surplus of £30.4 billion attributed to increased tax revenue and lower interest rates.

In January, Argentina's trade balance showed a surplus of US$1987 million, up US$1825 million compared to the same month in 2025, largely due to a decrease in imports.

In 2025, Mexico achieved record exports to the United States, consolidating its position as the leading trade partner.

In January, Argentina recorded a trade surplus of US$ 1.987 million, driven by a 19.3% increase in exports and an 11.9% drop in imports.

The UK government recorded a historic surplus in January, significantly exceeding expectations and boosting Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her upcoming spring statement.

Investments in new wind power in Sweden have completely stalled, marking the worst year on record due to electricity surplus, low prices, and political uncertainty.

The IMF has issued a significant warning to China regarding its economic policies, stating that they are detrimental not only to China itself but also to other countries worldwide.

The Argentine government reported a fiscal surplus in January, driven by the sale of hydroelectric plants, despite a significant drop in tax revenue.

Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced that the Argentine government recorded a primary surplus of 3.1 trillion pesos in January 2026.

Lidl shoppers are surprised to find out where surplus items from the supermarket are sent after they are not sold.

Lea Hellmann Midtgaard, a trained health coach, discusses her new book 'Mental Surplus' and provides practical tips for improving well-being.

Without the pharmaceutical industry, the EU's trade balance would shift from a surplus of 147 billion euros to a deficit of 47 billion euros, according to the EFPIA.

China's trade surplus is projected to exceed one trillion dollars in 2025, despite increasing protectionism and tariffs.

The article discusses the shifting economic dynamics in the age of artificial intelligence and automation, emphasizing how human labor is increasingly becoming less central to production processes.

Greece recorded a primary surplus of €3.51 billion in January 2026, significantly surpassing the target established for that period.

Norway's trade surplus reached nearly 76 billion kroner in January 2026, a significant increase attributed to soaring export revenues from oil and gas.

Current construction trends in Finland show a surplus of apartments rather than an impending housing shortage.

Goldman Sachs has raised its forecast for China's current account surplus in 2026 to 4.3% of GDP, supported by record trade figures in the last quarter.

Economists discuss the potential for further tax cuts in Argentina amidst a government mandate for a primary fiscal surplus.

The EU's trade deficit with China increased by 15% in 2025, while the trade surplus with the United States remains at record levels despite tariffs.

Czech markets are experiencing a surplus of vegetables alongside a significant meat shortage, with food prices fluctuating due to agricultural impacts and diseases.

In December 2025, eurozone goods exports rose by 3.4% year-on-year, while imports increased by 4.2% leading to a trade surplus that was lower than the previous year's.

The current account of the balance of payments in the Czech Republic recorded a surplus of 57.8 billion crowns last year.

Benfica tops the list of European football clubs with the highest financial surplus from transfer windows in the last decade.

The Karlovy Vary region in Czechia has reported billion-crown surpluses for the past year, with plans to allocate half of the surplus to repay loans.

Finance Minister Fernando Haddad criticized the previous Bolsonaro administration for mismanaging public accounts, despite some arguing that a primary surplus was achieved in the last year of Bolsonaro's term.

India is expected to gain significantly from a trade deal with the US, with exports projected to increase by over $100 billion annually and a potential increase in trade surplus.

A recent report indicates Denmark will see a surplus of doctors by 2035, diverting attention from a looming shortage of social educators.

Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson opened up about his emotional departure from the club after being told he was surplus to requirements.

Nigeria achieved a trade surplus of $10.83 billion in the first nine months of 2025, driven by strong export growth and a decline in imports.

The capital city of Czechia plans to deposit part of its surplus funds in accounts with the Czech National Bank for investment purposes.

The state of Piauí reported a trade surplus of R$ 72 million in January 2026, driven by increased exports compared to the previous year.