Ethiopia Birr Hits Record Low as Central Bank Sells US$500 Million in One Day
The Ethiopia birr fell to a record low near 162 per dollar, and the central bank called a US$500m special...
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Brazil Court Orders Retailer Casas Bahia to Rehire Workers
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August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026
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