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  • November 4, 2025

Gasoline Prices Dip as Diesel and LPG Costs Climb

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – In a decision reflecting the persistent volatility of global energy…
  • November 3, 2025

Costa Rican Fuel Prices Dip Slightly This Week

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – Costa Rican consumers are set to receive a minor, yet welcome, reprieve…
  • October 27, 2025

Costa Rica Mandates Private Sector Wage Increase for 2026

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – In a significant decision impacting the national economy, Costa Rica’s National Salary…
  • October 27, 2025

Looming Diesel Price Hike Threatens Costa Rican Economy

San José, Costa Rica — San José – The Public Services Regulatory Authority (ARESEP) has initiated its routine monthly review…
  • October 22, 2025

Costa Rican Debt Burden Eases But Vulnerability Remains High

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – Costa Rican households are dedicating a smaller portion of their…
  • October 20, 2025

Costa Rica Now Ranks as Most Expensive Nation in Latin America

San José, Costa Rica — San José – Costa Rica has earned the dubious distinction of being the most expensive…
  • October 20, 2025

Business and Labor Far Apart on 2026 Salary Hike

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – The annual negotiations to determine the minimum wage for Costa…
  • October 20, 2025

Private Sector Proposes Cautious 1.63 Percent Wage Hike for 2026

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – The opening salvo in the annual negotiations for private sector…
  • October 20, 2025

Business and Labor Clash Over 2026 Wage Hike

San José, Costa Rica — San José – The annual debate over Costa Rica’s minimum wage is officially underway, revealing…
  • October 14, 2025

Gasoline Prices Surge Across Costa Rica

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – Drivers across the country faced an unwelcome adjustment at the…