Rachel Amara

Rachel Amara covers global macroeconomics, central bank policy, and inflation trends for Economic Pulse.

🇦🇫 Afghanistan’s GDP Hits $16 Billion as Economy Ministry Reports Growth Amid 28 Million in Poverty

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🇦🇫 Afghanistan CPI Inflation chart — Economic Pulse Net. Source: National Statistics Office. Key Takeaways Afghanistan’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reached $16 billion, according to the Economy Ministry on September 29, 2026. Source: TOLOnews. The World Bank projects the Afghan economy will grow by 4% in 2026, citing improved stability and agricultural output. Source: TOLOnews, … Read more

🇫🇴 Faroe Islands 2026 — Sovereignty, Seafood, and the Search for Stability

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Economic Pulse Net | Sources: World Bank World Development Indicators, Government Sources | 2026 Key Takeaways * The Faroe Islands operate as a self-governing nation within the Kingdom of Denmark, balancing local autonomy with external sovereignty. * Economic data from the World Bank remains largely unreported, highlighting a unique statistical landscape where traditional metrics like … Read more

🇬🇮 Gibraltar 2026 — The Rock’s Economic Paradox: Data Gaps and Strategic Resilience

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Economic Pulse Net | Sources: World Bank World Development Indicators, Government Sources | 2026 Key Takeaways * Data Void: Comprehensive macroeconomic indicators, including GDP growth, inflation rates, and unemployment figures, are currently unavailable from the World Bank for Gibraltar. * Industry Uncertainty: Specific details regarding the country’s main industries, top companies, and cost of living … Read more

🇽🇰 Kosovo 2026 — Navigating Political Complexity and Economic Ambiguity

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Economic Pulse Net | Sources: World Bank World Development Indicators, Government Sources | 2026 Key Takeaways * Kosovo operates as a multi-party parliamentary representative democratic republic, with its political structure defined by complex constitutional arrangements and historical tensions. * Current economic indicators, including GDP growth, inflation, and unemployment rates, are listed as N/A in the … Read more

🇶🇦 Qatar’s Non-Hydrocarbon Economy Hits 70% of GDP as LNG Output Slumps

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🇶🇦 Qatar CPI Inflation chart — Economic Pulse Net. Source: National Statistics Office. Key Takeaways Qatar’s non-hydrocarbon GDP expanded by 2.6% in the second quarter of 2026, showing steady growth outside energy sectors (Source: Gulf Times/Qatar Tribune, Sept 30, 2026). The share of non-hydrocarbon activities rose to approximately 70% of total GDP, marking a significant … Read more

🇸🇽 Sint Maarten: Navigating the Economic Void in a Data-Scarce Paradise

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Economic Pulse Net | Sources: World Bank World Development Indicators, Government Sources | 2026 🇸🇽 Sint Maarten: Navigating the Economic Void in a Data-Scarce Paradise Key Takeaways * Data Blind Spots: Official economic metrics such as GDP growth, inflation rates, and unemployment figures are currently listed as “N/A” by the World Bank, creating a significant … Read more

🇹🇴 Togo 2026 — The Aviation Hub and Political Paradox

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Economic Pulse Net | Sources: World Bank World Development Indicators, Government Sources | 2026 Key Takeaways * Aviation Dominance: Togo’s corporate landscape is uniquely defined by its aviation sector, with four major airlines (Africa West, Air Horizon, Air Togo, ASKY) driving consumer services. * Political Structure: Executive power rests with the President and Council of … Read more

🇲🇳 Mongolia 2026 — The Gilded Steppe: Navigating a Resource-Dependent Economy

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Economic Pulse Net | Sources: World Bank World Development Indicators, Government Sources | 2026 Key Takeaways * Political Structure: Mongolia operates as a semi-presidential representative democratic republic, with significant executive power vested in the President and the Prime Minister. * Corporate Landscape: The business environment is dominated by key players in consumer services, telecommunications, and … Read more

🇵🇦 Panama’s Fiscal Strength Holds Steady as Copper Mine Restart Looms and Inflation Pressures Build

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🇵🇦 Panama CPI Inflation chart — Economic Pulse Net. Source: National Statistics Office. Key Takeaways S&P Global Ratings affirmed Panama’s ‘BBB-/A-3’ sovereign ratings on September 22, citing continued fiscal progress and stability (Investing.com Australia). The National Bank of Panama is monitoring rising consumer price pressures, with ICRA forecasting higher CPI inflation for August 2026 and … Read more

🇸🇨 Seychelles 2026 — Island Resilience and the Service Sector Pivot

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Economic Pulse Net | Sources: World Bank World Development Indicators, Government Sources | 2026 Key Takeaways * Service-Dependent Economy: The business landscape is heavily dominated by consumer services, particularly aviation, with major players like Air Seychelles and several other airlines shaping connectivity. * Political Stability: As of 2026, President Patrick Herminie leads a system where … Read more