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Mexico attracted a record $40.8 billion in foreign investment last year, even as global investment to developing countries dropped. The growth marks five straight years of increases, positioning Mexico as a rising economic powerhouse.
Nigeria's central bank has reduced its key interest rate for the first time in years, offering relief to businesses struggling with high borrowing costs. The move signals growing confidence in the country's economic recovery and falling inflation.
A new report shows how immigrants are filling critical labor gaps and driving economic growth in Michigan, offering a roadmap to reverse the state's population decline. The findings highlight real solutions to workforce shortages affecting healthcare, manufacturing, and beyond.
Battle Creek just launched a new Housing Fund with $750,000 in seed money to tackle a 3,000-unit housing shortage that's been holding back economic growth. The ambitious plan aims to build and rehabilitate 1,000 homes by 2035, giving families more options and helping local businesses find the workers they need.
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South Africa just cancelled a massive $1 billion tax increase planned for 2026, thanks to stronger collections from everyday spending and booming gold prices. Taxpayers can breathe easier knowing the government found a better path forward.
Tanzania is transforming from economic recovery to boom with 6% annual growth and major foreign investments totaling over $42 billion. The East African nation is creating jobs, exporting sugar for the first time ever, and proving critics wrong after political challenges.
Taiwan's unemployment dropped to 3.29% in January 2026, the lowest in over two decades, as strong economic growth and rising wages keep workers satisfied. Fewer people are quitting their jobs, signaling renewed confidence in the island's economy.
Vietnam's Da Nang welcomed a record number of tourists during the 2026 Tet holiday season, marking a major comeback for the coastal city's economy. The Lunar New Year celebration drew both domestic and international visitors to the city's beaches, cultural sites, and festivals.
South Africa's North West province just posted the country's biggest unemployment drop in 2025, creating nearly 80,000 jobs in six months. Agriculture, construction, and public service are leading the charge in giving thousands of families new hope.
A small Ohio community is proving that thoughtful marketing and historic sites can transform a local economy. Chillicothe saw overnight visitors jump 6% in 2025, bringing new life to restaurants, hotels, and small businesses.
Germany just opened Europe's fastest-built AI data center in Munich, taking only six months to complete. The Industrial AI Cloud gives German manufacturers a homegrown alternative to US tech giants while playing to the country's manufacturing strengths.
A small Ohio city is punching way above its weight after its convention center expansion brought $25 million in annual economic impact and over 1,000 new jobs in 2025. Sharonville, population 14,000, now employs 35,000 people within its borders.
Kazakhstan's automotive sector is booming, with vehicle production expected to jump 22% to 209,000 units in 2026 while creating nearly 5,000 new jobs. The country's homegrown car industry now dominates domestic sales, with eight out of every ten new vehicles sold being made right at home.
Vietnam's tourism sector is booming after 14 million visitors celebrated Lunar New Year in the country, marking a 12% jump from last year. The surge brought record crowds to top destinations and pumped nearly half a billion dollars into the economy.
Thailand just posted its strongest export growth in four years, powered by surging global demand for AI electronics and data center equipment. The 24% jump signals the Southeast Asian nation is finding its economic momentum after years of slower growth.
Spain transformed from economic crisis to Europe's fastest-growing major economy by welcoming young immigrants with smart policies. The country's approach shows how migration can revitalize struggling nations.
After wind turbines arrived in Ford County, Kansas, roads got fixed, schools were rebuilt, and dozens of new houses went up for the first time in decades. Now communities across America are discovering that harvesting wind can be just as profitable as traditional crops.
Vertiv is bringing 200 new jobs to Ireland's North West, with 80 positions coming to the small town of Burnfoot in Donegal. The expansion means families can stay together instead of leaving home to find work.
President Buu Nygren secured a partnership with Trans Pecos Bank to unlock lending for Navajo-owned businesses through a federal credit program. The move aims to fuel job creation and economic growth across the Navajo Nation.
South Africa just opened a game-changing new market for its farmers, sending 20,000 cartons of premium plums to China with zero tariffs. This breakthrough could double the country's fruit exports and create thousands of rural jobs.
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