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  • October 22, 2025

Costa Rican Car Loan Debt Skyrockets Amid Financial Strain

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – A striking paradox is unfolding in Costa Rica’s household finances. While one…
  • October 22, 2025

Business Leaders Gather to Secure Future of Costa Rican Free Zones

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – More than 400 leaders from the business, government, and academic…
  • October 22, 2025

Government and Private Sector Align on 1.63 Percent Salary Hike

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – In a remarkable display of economic consensus, Costa Rica’s government…
  • October 22, 2025

Costa Rica Cements Its Status as a Medical Device Powerhouse

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – Costa Rica is rapidly solidifying its position as the undisputed leader in…
  • October 22, 2025

Business and Labor Groups Clash Over 2026 Minimum Wage Hike

San José, Costa Rica — San José – The stage is set for a contentious negotiation as Costa Rica’s private…
  • October 17, 2025

Caldera Port Overhaul Clears Final Hurdle Amid Worsening Logistics Crisis

Puntarenas, Costa Rica — PUNTARENAS, Costa Rica – The long-awaited modernization of the Port of Caldera has received a definitive…
  • October 16, 2025

Why the $3.25 Billion Heineken Fifco Deal Won’t Crash the Colón

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – The landmark acquisition of Costa Rica’s Florida Ice and Farm…
  • October 15, 2025

Costa Rica Navigates End of Deflation Era

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – After an extended and unusual period of negative inflation, Costa…
  • October 15, 2025

Costa Rica Considers Taxing Bonuses and Free Zones Amid Fiscal Strain

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – The administration of President Rodrigo Chaves is exploring controversial new…
  • October 15, 2025

Government Scrambles to Quash New Tax Rumors

San José, Costa Rica — San José – The Ministry of Finance issued a firm denial today regarding any government…