In October, Venezuela saw a minor inflation increase but still maintained the global highest rate at an annualized 362%, according to the Venezuelan Finance Observatory. Surpassing inflation levels of Argentina, Zimbabwe, and Lebanon, Venezuela experienced an increase of 176.7% from January through October. Services saw the largest hike, particularly at 9.8%. Goods shielded from global […]
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