Economic
Economic
Costa Rica Opens Negotiations With the US to Try Reversing the 10 Percent Tariff on Exports
Following the recent negotiations between the United States and powers such as China, Japan, and the United Kingdom regarding the tariff policy implemented by President Donald Trump, attention has shifted in recent days to Latin America.Last week, a delegation...
Economic
Discover All the Unlocked Potential That Limon Has in Costa Rica
The province of **Limón**, located on Costa Rica’s **Caribbean coast**, is a region brimming with untapped potential. Known for its **rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and strategic economic opportunities**, Limón has the capacity to become a major driver...
Economic
Costa Rica Convention Center, First Venue in Latin America to Sign the Glasgow Environmental Declaration
Costa Rica is once again taking a firm step in its environmental history. The Costa Rica Convention Center, was invited to sign the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism this past week, joining a global movement demanding urgent...
Local News
How Much Does the New 50-Centimeter Costa Rican Collector Coin Featuring a Hawksbill Turtle Cost and Where Can I Get It?
The Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR) announced that starting next Monday, May 26, 2025, 10,000 acrylic collector coins and 7,000 in cases will go on sale. These coins correspond to the 50-centimeter denomination and are the third to...
Economic
Employment in Costa Rica Continues to Grow Steadily
Employment in Costa Rica continues to show signs of stability and strengthening. According to the most recent data from the Continuous Employment Survey (ECE) of the National Institute of Statistics and Census (INEC) the unemployment rate stood at 7.5%...
Economic
How to Change Personal Financial Habits to Improve Your Personal Finances
Changing personal and family habits from the root are the two paths to improving personal finances. This is how experts directly urge people to find financial stability and, above all, improve their quality of life.It's no secret that finances...
Economic
Costa Rican Tourism Minister says Dollar Rate Will Not Change Next Year and Asks Businesses to Adjust Strategies
Tourism Minister William Rodríguez does not expect any changes in the dollar's value in Costa Rica in the coming months. However, he acknowledges that the exchange rate's behavior is affecting the financial performance of tourism companies."At least from now...
Education
Opportunity for Entrepreneurs in Costa Rica: Entrepreneurship Support Program 2025 Opens Call for Applications
Entrepreneurs and microentrepreneurs with existing business models can apply to the "Entrepreneurship Support Program 2025," promoted by the Ministry of Economy, Industry, and Commerce (MEIC) in collaboration with the National Learning Institute (INA). The objective is to provide specialized...
Economic
Bananas Consolidate Their Position as the Agricultural Crop With Highest Salaries in Costa Rica
Banana farming leads the Costa Rican agricultural sector in terms of remuneration, offering the highest wage for agricultural laborers, according to a recent analysis based on data from the 2024 Continuous Employment Survey (ECE) of the National Institute of...
Economic
Pros and Cons of Investing in Vacation Rental Real Estate
Investing in vacation rental real estate has become an increasingly popular way to generate passive income, build equity, and diversify financial portfolios. With the rise of platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo, short-term rentals provide property owners with lucrative opportunities...
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Ocean Summit, Chaired by Costa Rica and France, Ends with Agreements but Without Clear Funding
The UN ocean summit concludes Friday in Nice with progress toward better protecting the high seas, but without clear...