Caputo is on the hunt for 'argendollars' for US$2 billion: why it will be in "mini-installments"
Luis Caputo is reviving a plan to raise US$2 billion through a new hard-currency bond to help refinance debt payments amidst pressure on Argentina's reserves.
World Trade: Trump's Tariff Chaos Continues
President Trump remains committed to his tariff policy while businesses begin to seek refunds on tariff payments, leading to potential legal conflicts lasting for years.
Transfers to Two More Phantom Companies Emerge and Diversions Exceed US$50 Million
Transfer payments exceeding US$50 million to phantom companies were uncovered, raising suspicions about their legitimacy.
Rising debt costs herald the entry of the US economy into a 'doom loop'
Rising costs of debt service in the US are projected to reach unprecedented levels, signaling potential financial distress known as a 'doom loop' in the bond markets.
In the United States, the worrying trajectory of public finances
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has raised alarms about the rising national debt and its implications for future deficits and interest payments in the United States.
Five Reasons Why the US National Debt is Set to Skyrocket
The US national debt is projected to exceed 100% of its GDP this year, with an alarming forecast of over $56 trillion by 2036 due to various factors including increasing social program costs and rising interest payments.
London outmaneuvers the US on cards to curb Visa's dominance
The UK is seeking alternatives to American credit giants Visa and Mastercard in response to potential pressures from the US.
US will revoke passports from parents with child support debts
The US government is set to enforce a stricter policy allowing the revocation of passports from parents who owe significant child support payments.
Donald Trump Expands the Peace Council, While the UN Awaits Back Payments
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned of a potential financial crisis within the organization if all member states, particularly the U.S., do not settle their outstanding debts.
UN waits for clarity on US payments as financial crisis looms
The UN is seeking confirmation from the US on its pending payments totaling nearly $4 billion, warning of a potential financial crisis if dues are not paid.
EU needs to wean itself off Visa and Mastercard – banking chief
The head of a major European bank consortium has called for the EU to urgently reduce its reliance on US payment systems like Visa and Mastercard.
The United Nations requests clarification from the US regarding the settlement of its outstanding dues
The UN is seeking clarification from the US on the timing and amounts of overdue payments, following a recent US commitment to make an initial payment soon.
Head of the European banking consortium: urgent need for an alternative to 'Visa' and 'Mastercard'
The head of the European Payments Initiative emphasizes the urgency of establishing a payment system independent from US companies like Visa and Mastercard due to rising dependency and geopolitical risks.
'Received US$ 1.99': Amazon sends checks to some Brazilians after court settlement in the USA
Some Brazilians have begun receiving checks from Amazon as part of a $2.5 billion settlement agreement in the U.S. regarding abusive practices related to Amazon Prime services.
IRS confirms the tax-free payment of US$1,776 to 1.5 million people in the United States
The IRS and the Treasury Department have confirmed a tax-free one-time payment of $1,776 to 1.5 million service members, known as the 'Warrior Dividend.'
Tapi raises US$27 million to expand its payment and collection network in the region
Tapi has raised US$27 million in a Series B funding round to expand its payment and collection network, with plans to achieve profitability by 2025 and having previously acquired a Mastercard business in Mexico.
After today's payment, what follows in the calendar with the IMF in 2026: another US$3.6 billion is due
Following today's US$832 million payment to the IMF, the country is scheduled to pay an additional US$3.6 billion in 2026 in interests and principal under the signed agreement.
The UN is at risk of financial collapse
The United Nations warns of an imminent financial collapse, indicating it could run out of money by July without annual payments from member countries, particularly the United States.
The open war between the crypto industry and big banks has stalled the US law on digital assets
The 'Clarity Act' draft restricts interest payments on stablecoins, sparking outrage in the digital sector and halting its approval in the Senate.
Trump to cut federal payments to sanctuary cities starting Feb. 1 over immigration policies
President Trump announced that his administration will stop federal funding to sanctuary cities and states beginning February 1, targeting those that do not comply with federal immigration enforcement.
Forget Venezuela and Greenland – Here is the Real Trillion-Dollar Question
The article discusses how shifts in global trade, research and development, and national debt are reshaping the economy and geopolitics, with a focus on the impending milestone of a nation's debt interest payments exceeding $1 trillion.
68 Experts Call for Launch of Digital Euro to Combat American Dominance
68 economists urged the European Parliament to support the launch of a digital euro, warning about the increasing dominance of American companies in the digital payment sector.
Among the possibilities to pay Greenlanders millions
U.S. officials have discussed the possibility of making lump-sum payments to Greenlanders to persuade them to separate from Denmark and join the United States.
Up to $100,000 – USA considers one-time payment to every Greenlander for acquisition
The U.S. government is reportedly exploring options to acquire Greenland, including a potential one-time payment of up to $100,000 to each Greenlandic resident.
US Politics: Media Report: USA is Considering Payments to Greenlanders for Acquisition - Up to $100,000
US officials are reportedly considering payments to Greenland residents for supporting the acquisition of the territory, with amounts projected to reach up to $100,000.
Trump considers paying Greenland citizens to convince them to join the United States
The Trump Administration is reportedly evaluating payments between $10,000 and $100,000 to Greenland citizens to persuade them to join the U.S.
Reuters: The Trump administration is considering a one-time payment scenario of $10,000 to $100,000 for each Greenlander to join the U.S.
The Trump administration is exploring a plan to offer one-time payments to Greenlanders as part of a broader strategy to acquire Greenland, according to Reuters citing U.S. officials.
Due to suspicions of fraud, Trump stopped aid payments to children in five states
The Trump administration has frozen over $10 billion in funding for child care and family assistance in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York due to allegations of fraud and misuse, according to the U.S. Department of Health.
Álvaro Fernández Heredia (Renfe): “Increasing high-speed delay payments would cost us 125 million and make tickets more expensive”
Renfe's president, Álvaro Fernández Heredia, stated that increasing compensation for high-speed train delays would cost the company 125 million euros and lead to higher ticket prices, deeming the order unconstitutional and inapplicable.