Category: Economy

Global economic expansion has become less uniform, according to economists at the Peterson Institute for International Economics (PIIE). Overall global growth is expected to reach 3.8 percent in 2018 and 2019, led by an acceleration driven by fiscal policies in U.S. GDP growth. However, most other advanced economies are likely to see slower growth than…

The Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce will honor former soccer player Ronaldo, known as “The Phenomenon,” with a Special Leadership Award during its Holiday Gala Dinner Dance. The event will take place on December 7, 2018, from 7 PM to midnight, at the Metropolitan Club. The reception will feature a special appearance by artists Jair Oliveira…

According to a diagnosis made by the World Bank, the reforms implemented last year have allowed Brazil to advance 16 positions in the ranking of the 2019 Doing Business report. This means that Brazil moved from the 125th to the 109th position. Furthermore, the country was recognized as the nation that implemented the highest number…

The talented, dedicated, and ambitious entrepreneurial spirits of women are increasingly driving the nation forward. Women have steadily increased their presence in the world of small business ownership over the past 10 years. In fact, the number of women-owned businesses has grown by 68% since 2007, compared to 47% for all businesses, and women-owned businesses…

The brand Cofibam, a leader in the manufacture of special cables, has long been synonymous with leadership since it was commissioned to develop a pioneering project that would go down in history as one of the most complex and challenging tasks undertaken by the company’s Engineering team. In partnership with the Brazilian Navy, Cofibam developed…

This question should be raised by many entrepreneurs, especially in a scenario where the business owner knows a potential client, exchanges business cards, and says, “nice to meet you.” For example, how would I develop a relationship with a busy architect so that he includes my work and services in his future decoration project? Simple.…

The Household Consumption Intent Index (ICF) has risen for the second consecutive month, following a series of four declines. In September, the indicator showed growth compared to the previous month, increasing from 86.5 points in August to the current 87.5 points. The ICF is calculated monthly by the Federation of Trade in Goods, Services, and…

Small and medium-sized business owners are feeling more optimistic than they have in a long time, suggests a new survey, and experts say this could mean positive things for the overall economy — including for worker salaries and job candidates’ prospects. According to the PNC Economic Outlook, optimism is at historically high levels across all…

It doesn’t matter if you’re single or married, in your twenties or forties, a parent or not, life insurance coverage is important in ways you may not imagine, and it costs less than expected. Experts now emphasize that employer-sponsored coverage is often not enough to meet the needs of most people. “Living your best life…

With the increasing discussions about rising interest rates, many prospective homebuyers are understandably concerned about whether it’s the right time to buy a house. In fact, you may be wondering if you waited too long and missed out on historically low interest rates or if you can still find a dream home that fits your…