On Tuesday, China's Ministry of Commerce released a document addressing criticisms of its manufacturing sector, asserting that the industry's growth is fueled by innovation and competition, rather than excess capacity.

The implementation of this tariff increase comes as part of an investigation by the Trump administration under Section 301 regarding the importation of goods produced with forced labor.

The Bank Credit Survey for the second quarter of 2026 reveals that Chilean banks are tightening their lending standards for consumer loans and large corporations, while small and medium-sized enterprises are beginning to show signs of recovery in financing demand.

Chinese lithium giant Ganfeng Lithium has reported a remarkable tenfold increase in profits for the first half of 2026, driven by soaring lithium prices and robust demand, positioning itself as a leader in the global lithium market.

Economic analysts predict a looming financial blow for Chileans, with rising gas prices expected as a result of the escalating U.S. military actions against Iran.

The Senate has passed a major economic tax reform amid social and environmental concerns, sparking criticism that it favors the wealthy, following a lengthy session ending in the early hours of Thursday.

This figure originates from the 2025 Income Supplementary Survey (ESI) published by the National Statistics Institute in July 2026, applied in the fourth quarter of the previous year to assess labor income for employed individuals at national and regional levels. Reports are now available online.

The Regional Economies Traffic Light, a monthly index from the Intercooperative Agricultural Confederation, monitors the performance of 19 agro-industrial chains in the country using a color-coded system (green, yellow, and red) to evaluate the profitability and development status of each sector.

The latest Consumer Price Index report for June 2026 shows a seemingly stable overall rate of 0.0%, yet hidden beneath this figure are significant price hikes in essential goods such as food, with bread prices soaring by 4.5%, revealing the ongoing strain on Chilean households.

With 28 votes in favor, 15 against, and 1 abstention, the Senate has passed legislation allowing increased borrowing by the central government for the year 2026.