Richard Mann
Richard Mann is a German native and has worked as a freelance journalist for many years. He travels all over Brazil and is mainly interested in business, art, and culture and also likes to write articles about spiritual topics and unusual events.
Chile Records 1.2% Economic Growth in November 2023
In November 2023, Chile's economy grew by 1.2% year-over-year, as reported by the Central Bank.
Finance Minister Mario Marcel remarked on this growth as a...
Brazil Targets Zero Deficit in Ambitious 2024 Budget
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil signed the 2024 Budget Guidelines Law, ambitiously targeting a zero primary deficit in public accounts.
It reflects...
Economic Revival on the Horizon: Argentina’s 2024 Mission
In 2024, Argentina, led by President Milei and Minister Caputo, embarks on a crucial journey, confronting numerous economic hurdles.
They grapple with a legacy of...
December’s Downturn: Brazil’s PMI Slips for Fourth Month
On Tuesday, S&P Global reported that Brazil's Manufacturing PMI decreased to 48.4 in December.
This score means the sector is shrinking. A score below 50...
New Import Taxes in Brazil to Boost Industrial Upgrade
On Monday, Brazil reintroduced import taxes on electric vehicles, solar panels, and wind energy equipment.
This decision aims to redirect funds towards modernizing its industrial...
New Bitcoin’s Surge Leads Market Trends in Early 2024
Bitcoin soared above $45,000 for the first time in nearly two years, driven by anticipation of a U.S.-approved ETF directly investing in the cryptocurrency.
This...
Forecasted Moderate Inflation and Economic Trends in Brazil for 2024
In 2024, Brazil's IPCA inflation is forecasted to stay between 3.5% and 4.2%, potentially below the target ceiling for the second year.
This range is...
Global GDP Dips in 2024, Brazil Below Average
Forecasts for 2024 show a global GDP deceleration, expecting growth between 2.1% and 2.7%, with Brazil's rate anticipated to fall below this average.
The U.S.'s...
Anticipating M&A Trends in Latin America for 2024
Latin American leaders eye 2024, ready to tackle a global economic slowdown after a year of political and economic volatility.
M&A activities experienced a notable...
Panama’s Economic Forecast: Growth and Upcoming Hurdles
Panama closed 2023 with an impressive 5 to 6 percent economic growth, marking a significant achievement both regionally and globally.
Yet, 2024 looms with its...
Uruguay Lowers Interest Rate to 9%
Uruguay's Central Bank (BCU) has lowered the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 9%, a move reflecting the country's lowest inflation rate since 2005.
On Friday,...
Musk Leads Wealth Surge Among World’s Richest in 2023
In 2023, the world's wealthiest 500 individuals dramatically increased their combined net worth by $1.5 trillion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
This growth reversed...
Emerging Markets on the Rise in 2023
Emerging markets are poised for significant gains in 2023, driven by major U.S. rate cuts predictions.
These cuts fuel a global rally in these developing...
Brazil’s Unemployment Hits 7.5% in Recent Quarter
Brazil recently reported a drop in its unemployment rate to 7.5% for the quarter ending in November.
The Brazilian stats agency IBGE shared these findings....