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Barclays revised its U.S. growth forecast to 0.5% for 2025 due to eased U.S.-China trade tensions. The eurozone forecast improved to flat growth, though uncertainties remain. Overall, Barclays does not …
Barclays Upgrades U.S. Growth Outlook, Cites Easing Trade Tensions Read More
In May 2025, the Central Bank of Brazil raised its Selic rate by 50 bps to 14.75%. This action aims to curb inflation and enhance price stability while supporting employment. …
Brazil’s Central Bank Increases Selic Rate to Combat Inflation Pressure Read More
Argentine President Javier Milei lifts the exchange rate cap, allowing for a new floating exchange rate system. This bold move, supported by significant IMF loans, aims to tackle inflation but …
Argentina’s Bold Economic Shift: Lifting the Exchange Rate Cap Read More
Argentina is removing significant currency controls and allowing the peso to fluctuate freely as part of a $20 billion IMF agreement. This policy shift includes the removal of restrictions on …
Argentina Dismantles Currency Controls Ahead of IMF Financial Agreement Read More
Tunisia’s inflation rate reached 5.9% in March 2025, up from 5.7% in February, driven largely by rising costs in food, clothing, and household items. Monthly consumer prices increased by 2.0%. …
Tunisia’s Inflation Rate Rises to 5.9% in March 2025 Read More
Brazil has launched a payroll-deductible loan program for private-sector workers, totaling 2 billion reais ($352 million). This initiative, aimed at enhancing financial access and stimulating economic growth, allows loans with …
Brazil Introduces $352 Million Payroll-Deductible Loan Program for Workers Read More
Argentina has experienced a significant decline in poverty levels, with the proportion of the population living in poverty decreasing to 38.1% in the latter half of 2024. This represents a …
Falling Inflation Results in Decreased Poverty Levels in Argentina Read More
Kenya’s inflation rate reached 3.6% in March 2025, up from 3.5% in February, remaining below the central bank’s 5% target for nine months. Monthly consumer prices rose by 0.4% in …
Kenya’s Inflation Rate Reaches Six-Month Peak in March 2025 Read More
Inflation significantly impacted Nigeria’s housing market in 2024, creating affordability challenges and altering demand. The report emphasizes the importance of prioritizing affordable housing and innovative construction methods to mitigate these …
Inflation’s Impact on Nigeria’s Housing Market in 2024 Read More
The Central Bank of Nigeria has released open banking guidelines, the first of their kind in Africa, designed to regulate data sharing among financial institutions. This initiative aims to enhance …
Central Bank of Nigeria Establishes Open Banking Guidelines to Enhance Financial Services Read More