In August 2024, Brazil reported a public sector primary deficit that exceeded forecasts, highlighting ongoing fiscal challenges. The deficit reached 21.4 billion reais ($3.9 billion), surpassing the 20.8 billion reais expected by economists. This financial shortfall points to deeper issues in
A recent protest in Cork has brought together activists, students, and parents of children with disabilities and autism, demanding more effective government services and support. The demonstrators delivered impassioned speeches, calling for the Irish government to prioritize improvements in
The newly established Labour government of the United Kingdom is preparing to present its first budget in late October 2024, facing an array of daunting economic challenges. These include low productivity growth, stagnant living standards, persistent regional inequalities, and a restrictive fiscal
The town of Merrillville is taking a bold step to address longstanding infrastructure and safety concerns by proposing a significant revision to its budget for 2025. The proposed changes include doubling several tax levies to better fund critical services and public projects. This initiative comes
In a significant first meeting, France's new government, led by Prime Minister Michel Barnier, convened to chart the course of its agenda, focusing heavily on budgetary concerns and migrant issues. This coalition, dominated by conservatives and centrists, indicates a clear priority towards
The recent surge in government borrowing marks a pivotal moment for Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she gears up to present her inaugural Budget on October 30, 2024. Official statistics reveal that borrowing soared to £13.7 billion in August, surpassing the previous year's figure by £3.3 billion. T
