Chile’s Unemployment Drops to 8.7% in Q3 2024
Chile's job market displayed signs of improvement as unemployment fell to 8.7% in the third quarter of 2024.
October 30, 2024Section
Chile News in English
Chile news in English from The Rio Times — Santiago politics, economy, copper markets and culture.
Economic Pulse of Latin America: A Week of Key Indicators and Decisions
The last week of October 2024 brings a flurry of economic activity across Latin America. From inflation reports to GDP...
October 28, 2024
Left Wins Nationally, Right Takes Key Cities in Chilean Vote
Chile's recent local and regional elections have painted a nuanced picture of the country's political climate. Coverage and analysis from...
October 28, 2024
Key Municipalities Up for Grabs in Chile’s Regional Elections This Weekend
As Chile prepares for its regional and municipal elections this weekend, the nation stands at a political crossroads. The vote...
October 27, 2024Chile Experiences First Decline in Company Numbers in a Decade
The Chilean economy faced challenges in 2023. The Central Bank reported a mere 0.2% growth in gross domestic product (GDP)....
October 25, 2024
Chile’s Judicial Accountability Offers Lessons for Brazil’s Supreme Court Challenges
Recent events in Chile's judicial system have highlighted a stark contrast with Brazil's ongoing struggles with its Supreme Court. While...
October 18, 2024
Chilean Deputy Interior Minister Resigns Amid Sexual Abuse Allegations
Manuel Monsalve, Chile's Deputy Interior Minister, stepped down from his position on Thursday following accusations of sexual abuse. The resignation...
October 18, 2024
Chile Lowers Interest Rate to 5.25%
The Central Bank of Chile has reduced its benchmark interest rate to 5.25%, a decision made by the bank's council.
October 18, 2024
Chile Falls to Lowest Economic Freedom Ranking in Decades
Chile has descended to its lowest position in the Economic Freedom Ranking since 1990, as reported by the Fraser Institute...
October 17, 2024