Chile saw an unexpected inflation increase to 0.6% monthly in February 2024, surpassing the market forecast of 0.2% This development disrupts the nation’s deflationary path with significant hikes in transportation, housing, and utilities. As a result, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) climbed to a 4.5% annual rate, accumulating a 1.3% rise in 2024. A Scotiabank […]
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