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Venezuela to lead regional economic growth in 2026 with 6.5% expansion, ECLAC says

August 22, 2026August 22, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.— Venezuela is on track to lead economic activity in Latin America and the Caribbean in 2026, with projected growth of 6.5%, according to the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), which unveiled the forecast in its latest annual report. The projected performance of the Venezuelan economy stands out across […]

Crude Oil Hits US$110 on Iran and Ukraine Conflicts

July 25, 2026July 26, 2026Valeria OlivaresLeave a Comment

Audio: https://clyp.it/4ea30czb Julio A. López, Editor-in-Chief.— Physical crude oil prices in the Middle East, Europe, and Africa reached two-month highs this week, with some grades approaching $110 a barrel, as supply disruptions linked to the wars in Iran and Ukraine are forcing buyers to scramble for alternative sources of crude. Brent Breaks Through the $100 Ceiling […]