In early 2026, Chile was embroiled in a scandal involving former Supreme Court Minister Ángela Vivanco, who faces allegations of corruption while raising questions about judicial favoritism towards national lottery operators.

Pablo Álvarez, a PhD in Social Sciences and expert in contemporary Middle Eastern history, warns that the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict could lead to significant economic repercussions for Chile, which heavily relies on foreign trade.

According to official data released by the Argentine government and reported by the Superintendence of Labor Risks (SRT), nearly 22,000 employers and over 290,000 jobs have been lost in two years.

On January 28, 2026, gold prices soared to an unprecedented high, reflecting significant shifts in the U.S. dollar's purchasing power amid ongoing economic trends.

By sector, the performance of mining exports surged to US$5.558 billion, reflecting a 12.1% increase compared to the same period in 2025 (+US$601 million), achieving its own record in foreign sales.

This record is closely tied to the modernization of the state. Today, 9 out of 10 companies are created digitally," commented Economy Minister Álvaro García.

In recent weeks, global precious metals markets have exhibited asymmetric behavior that has captured the attention of investors and analysts alike.

As nearly two years have passed since his death and the legal two-year deadline is approaching, the Piñera heirs made a payment on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, which ranks as the second highest inheritance tax recorded in Chile.

The diminishing prices of gold and silver could signal a distressing trend for the financial system, as these traditional safe havens fail to provide the protection investors expect during turbulent times.

A historic ruling by the Third Civil Oral Court in Santiago mandates Scotiabank to pay over $1 billion to 61,546 consumers affected by unlawful practices, emphasizing the importance of consumer rights protection.