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Pope Leo XIV used the opening day of his first visit to Argentina in nearly four decades to urge political leaders to safeguard democracy, respect the limits of public power and ensure economic growth serves people. President Javier Milei defended his governing philosophy.
Mexico's October inflation rose to 3.75% after Banxico had cut rates to 6.25%. The sequence shows why remaining inside a target band is not the same as reaching the goal.
Executive Decree 529 allows lenders to defer instalments for flood-affected borrowers by up to 90 days. It is voluntary, requires agreement and does not cancel debt.
Paraguay’s Senate removed President Santiago Peña by a 44-vote impeachment decision after lawmakers failed to accept his announced resignation. Pedro Alliana has been sworn in.
Leo XIV has left Rome for a 12-day journey to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru. Declining Catholic identification—and persistent religious belief—make the itinerary more than a ceremonial tour.
Chile’s central bank is preparing consultations on low-value payments and payment-oriented stablecoins. Its November remarks explain the sequence, but no final new permission has been granted.
Mexico's central bank lowered its policy rate to 6.25% in a divided vote even as it raised near-term inflation forecasts. The message was a one-off adjustment, not a promise of more cuts.
The government has filed Project 477/2026C, a wide fiscal package combining spending restraint and tax changes. It is a proposal for Congress, not a law or an approved savings plan.
Brazil's electoral court declared Lula the winner with 51.79% of valid votes, reversing a first-round deficit. The result secures a fourth presidential term, but a closely divided electorate and a difficult governing environment remain.