Economy
60% of All Latin American Billionaires Hail From One Country; Where do the Others Come From?
A report by Latinometrics analyzing the Forbes Billionaires List lists the region's: Who they are and where do they live?
Latino Homeownership Approaches 50% as Rates Continue to Climb in the U.S.
A new report by NAHREP reveals that there are now over 9.5 million Latino households owning their homes
Unlocking Equity: Why Latino Families Lag Behind in Capitalizing on U.S. Stock Market Surge
Some 28% of Latino families own stocks, while this figure is 39% for Black families and 66% for White families
China Caps Key Political Meet With Pledges To Boost Ailing Economy
China's leaders on Monday wrap up a week-long key conclave at which they admitted more was needed to revive a sluggish economy battered by an ailing housing market, poor domestic demand and record high youth unemployment figures.
Bitcoin Reaches New All-Time High but Quickly Finds a Barrier in the $70,000 Mark
The largest digital asset by market value briefly reached $69,646 this Friday but dropped sharply right after
Bitcoin Surpasses the $69,000 Mark and Reaches a new All-Time High
The previous milestone had been achieved in November 2021 before plunging over two and a half years and reaching as low as $16,000
China's Economy Of 'Great Concern' As Annual Political Meeting To Kick Off
China's annual political conclave kicks off in Beijing on Monday, with officials saying the flagging economy and youth unemployment are of "great concern" as they lay out plans for the coming year.
New $60,000 Moment Fuels Optimism for Bitcoin in the Americas
The crypto reached a peak of $63,700 before pairing some gains before the halving event
Why Immigration is Largely Responsible for the Recent Outsized Growth of the U.S. Economy
A new report by the Washington Post explains that the influx of people has propelled the job market and helped boost the post-pandemic rebound
Five of the World's Top Beaches to Visit This Year are in Latin America, According to a New Ranking
This year's winners of Trip Advisor's Travelers' Choice Awards include four beaches in the Caribbean and one in Mexico.
More than Half of Latinos in the U.S. are Homeowners, an All-Time High
According to a report by the National Association of Realtors, 51.2% of Latinos owned a home by 2022. What are the challenges that persist
These Are the Smartest Cities in Latin America, According to a New Index
The top-ranked city is located in South America, according to the IESE Cities in Motion Index 2024
Navigating Foreclosure and Eviction: A Vital Guide Amid Rising Inflation
A comprehensive guide on what to do if you are facing a foreclosure or an eviction
FinCEN Targets Investment Advisors with Full Anti-Money Laundering Requirements
If approved, the new rules would require investment advisers to file suspicious activity reports
A Look at Latino Household Wealth in 2023: Growing and Outpacing the General Population
Homeownership and self-employment rose as key drivers of wealth for the demographic, according to a new report by NAHREP
IMF Authorizes $4.7 Bn For Argentina After Milei's 'Bold' Reforms
The International Monetary Fund on Wednesday approved a fresh $4.7 billion for Argentina, praising the new administration of President Javier Milei as he enacts "bold" cost-cutting to bring the country's ailing economy back on track.
Venezuela Threatens to Halt Deportation Flights if US Continues Resumption of Sanctions
Venezuela threatened to halt deportation flights after sanctions were reimposed by the United States on its oil and gas sector.
IMF Expects U.S. and Latin America's GDP to Grow 2.5% This Year, Decelerate in 2024
In its new World Economic Outlook, the organization said that the global economy is approaching a soft landing, but risks remain
'There Was Nothing': Ailing Economy Fueling Record Exodus Of Cubans
Even as her home country of Cuba crumbled around her, Elsa resisted joining the growing US-bound exodus until she felt she had no options left.
Land of Opportunity Still Shines: Latino Migration Driven by Upward Mobility Dreams
Most Latino immigrants said they migrated for better economic and job opportunities for them and their children
Bitcoin in the U.S., Latinos Drawn to Crypto as an Alternative 'Pathway to Wealth Building'
Crediverso CEO Carlos Hernández explores financial disparities among U.S. Hispanics and the community's growing interest in Bitcoin
Who Is Seeking to Invest in Venezuelan Oil Amid Easing of U.S. Sanctions?
The easing of sanctions in Venezuela has renewed interest in Venezuela
This Accelerator Is Helping Latino Organizations Become Power-Builders in Their Communities
The Valiente Fund will help 13 businesses strengthen their leadership to become a source of power in their communities.
How Latinos' Cultural Influence Increases as They Become the Fastest Growing Minority in the U.S.
According to Collage Group, the Hispanic influence in the U.S. has to do with its size and economic growth
Fears Over Economy Grow As German Rail Begins Longest Strike
Transport Minister Volker Wissing has slammed as "destructive" the six-day industrial action that heaps further pressure on supply chains that are already facing disruption because of attacks by Yemen's Huthi rebels on shipping via the Red Sea.
Bank Of Japan Maintains Ultra-loose Policies
The Bank of Japan maintained its signature monetary easing measures on Tuesday, as speculation grows of a shift away from its ultra-loose stance.
Organized Crime, Populism, Underinvestment: Mexico's Top Challenges in Key Electoral Year
A report by the Baker Institute outlined the main reasons for optimism and caution in the country as it gets ready to elect AMLO's successor
Economic Inequality is Getting Worse and It's Affecting Latin America: Oxfam
Carlos Brown Solá, research director at Oxfam Mexico, dissects the organization's latest report: "Inequality Inc."
The Panama Canal is Enduring One of its Worst Droughts and it Could Cost it up to $700 million
Severe drought has led to a significant decline in Panama Canal traffic, causing disruption to a vital global trade route
Japan Inflation Slows In December As Energy Bills Drop
Prices in the world's third-largest economy, excluding volatile fresh food, rose 2.3 percent year-on-year in December, down from 2.5 percent the previous month.