costa rica economy

Micro, small and medium sized companies (SMEs) are hit hard by the covid-19 pandemic. 80% of them are at risk of disappearing within six months. The most affected sectors are…

Costa Ricans’ perception of the economy has all but collapsed due to the pandemic. 76% of Ticos say this is the worst time to buy a house. This was disclosed…

The Coronavirus is expected to generate a 1.5% contraction in the economy of Costa Rica in 2020. This is predicted by the risk rating agency Standard and Poor’s. The agency…

23 public institutions provide data on Costa Rican households to be analyzed in an advanced way that shows how many homes are in poverty, extreme poverty, and vulnerability. It also…

The central banks of both the United States and the European Union have approved measures to lower risks to the ethical economy. Together, these markets represent 63% of the $7,000…

Sales of cars, equipment, household appliances, and construction materials have been down, depressing trade and commercial activity for the last six months, according to measurements by the Central Bank. The…

In the ongoing U.S. debate about immigration, the Central American countries of Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala are mainly in the news because many of those crossing our border from…

Costa Rica is getting something right. The Central American country of stunning beaches, rainforests, and biodiversity, is also known for its stable democracy and educated population. Its president, Carlos Alvarado…