This week, the spotlight is on the release of January’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Mexico. Mexico may see an uptick in inflation, driven by food and energy costs. In contrast, Chile expects a slowdown, with food prices rising less sharply, aiming for a 3% +/- 1 percentage point target […]
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