Economy

Sociedad Media tracks the numbers behind the region’s headlines — inflation, central bank decisions, trade deals, and tariff disputes shaping economies from Buenos Aires to Bogotá. We cover growth booms and debt crises, currency swings and commodity windfalls, and the policy calls in Washington and Latin American capitals alike that determine who benefits and who’s left behind

Colombia’s Petro Raises Minimum Wage by 23%; Highest Hike in Decades

Colombia’s Petro gives exponential raise to minimum wage in final year in office, sparking concerns among the nation’s business leaders

By Sociedad Media

/ 30 Dec 2025

Colombia’s Petro Raises Minimum Wage by 23%; Highest Hike in Decades

Mexico Increases Tariffs by up to 50% on Chinese Goods

Mexico's lower house passes bill effectively increasing import duties on Chinese goods, Sheinbaum gets behind move to protect local industries

By Sociedad Media

/ 11 Dec 2025

Mexico Increases Tariffs by up to 50% on Chinese Goods