Economic Highlights

6 12, 2024

U.S. unemployment changed little at 4.2% in November 2024

2024-12-06T10:42:38-05:00

December 6, 2024 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 227,000 in November, and the unemployment rate changed little at 4.2 percent. Notably, employment trended up in health care, leisure and hospitality, government, and social assistance, while retail trade lost jobs. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported

U.S. unemployment changed little at 4.2% in November 20242024-12-06T10:42:38-05:00
4 12, 2024

October 2024 Remittance Report: Key Insights and Trends in Mexico

2024-12-04T09:32:42-05:00

December 4, 2024 Remittances to Mexico decreased by 1.6% year-over-year in October 2024, marking the second consecutive month of declines, according to data from Mexico’s Central Bank (Banxico). This follows a 4.6% drop in September, making it the first two-month streak of negative growth since June 2013. In October, Mexican nationals abroad sent US$5.72 billion

October 2024 Remittance Report: Key Insights and Trends in Mexico2024-12-04T09:32:42-05:00
3 12, 2024

World Bank Report: Record $1.4 Trillion Debt Service by Developing Countries in 2023

2024-12-03T16:11:46-05:00

December 03, 2024 The World Bank announced that developing countries spent a record $1.4 trillion servicing their foreign debts in 2023, as interest costs climbed to a 20-year high. This surge in costs has squeezed budgets for essential services, including healthcare, education, and environmental protection. According to the bank's latest International Debt Report, total foreign

World Bank Report: Record $1.4 Trillion Debt Service by Developing Countries in 20232024-12-03T16:11:46-05:00
3 12, 2024

Government Operations Results for October 2024

2024-12-03T10:26:41-05:00

December 3, 2024 Government Operations Results for October 2024 Disclaimer: Analyst Certification - The views expressed in this research report accurately reflect the personal views of Mayberry Investments Limited Research Department about those issuer (s) or securities as at the date of this report. Each research analyst (s) also certify that no part of their

Government Operations Results for October 20242024-12-03T10:26:41-05:00
21 11, 2024

Economic Performance and Sectoral Trends in the Dominican Republic: September 2024 Overview

2024-11-21T14:59:12-05:00

November 21, 2024 According to "Dominican Today", the Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Economy, Planning, and Development has released its Sectoral Overview for September 2024, highlighting notable trends across various sectors. The report indicates robust growth in agricultural and manufacturing exports, alongside declines in transportation, trade, and mixed results in tourism. Agricultural Exports: From January to September,

Economic Performance and Sectoral Trends in the Dominican Republic: September 2024 Overview2024-11-21T14:59:12-05:00
21 11, 2024

Mexico’s Ministry of Economy’s 2025 Budget: Focus on MSME Growth and Integration

2024-11-21T14:53:55-05:00

November 21, 2024 According to "Mexico Business News", The Mexico's Ministry of Economy has announced a reduction in the 2025 budget allocation for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Despite this cut, the Ministry remains committed to fostering the growth of small businesses by enhancing their integration into value chains, leveraging nearshoring opportunities, expanding access

Mexico’s Ministry of Economy’s 2025 Budget: Focus on MSME Growth and Integration2024-11-21T14:53:55-05:00
21 11, 2024

PIOJ estimates a 2.8% contraction in Real Value Added for Q3 2024

2024-11-21T11:54:46-05:00

November 21, 2024 According to preliminary estimates from the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), for the July – September 2024 quarter, the Jamaican economy contracted with Real Value Added estimated to have declined by 2.8% relative to the corresponding quarter of 2023. The estimated outcome for the review quarter was significantly influenced by the negative

PIOJ estimates a 2.8% contraction in Real Value Added for Q3 20242024-11-21T11:54:46-05:00
20 11, 2024

U.S. Monthly Economic Review – October 2024

2024-11-20T09:43:09-05:00

November 20, 2024   USA Economic Review - October 2024   USA Economic Review - October 2024   Disclaimer: Analyst Certification -The views expressed in this research report accurately reflect the personal views of Mayberry Investments Limited Research Department about those issuer (s) or securities as at the date of this report. Each research analyst (s)

U.S. Monthly Economic Review – October 20242024-11-20T09:43:09-05:00
18 11, 2024

Jamaica’s inflation rate remained unchanged in October 2024

2024-11-18T15:30:15-05:00

November 18, 2024 The Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) reported that for October 2024, the point-to-point inflation rate was +4.9%; 0.8 percentage points lower than the 5.7% recorded for September 2023 to September 2024. Compared to September 2024, The All-Jamaica Consumer Price Index (CPI) for October 2024 was unchanged. The monthly inflation rate was influenced

Jamaica’s inflation rate remained unchanged in October 20242024-11-18T15:30:15-05:00
8 11, 2024

Net International Reserves – October 2024

2024-11-08T11:48:42-05:00

November 8, 2024 Net International Reserves – October 2024 BOJ has reported that Jamaica's Net International Reserves as at October 31, 2024 stood at US$5,595.55 million, reflecting an increase of US$395.02 million when compared to the US$5,200.53 million reported at the end of September 2024. Foreign Assets totalled US$5,663.50 million, US$393.76 million more than the

Net International Reserves – October 20242024-11-08T11:48:42-05:00