In 2023, Zurich, Switzerland, ranked first in the European Commission’s “European Cities Quality of Life Report.” This survey found 97% of Zurich’s residents are happy with their city. Copenhagen, Denmark, and Groningen, Netherlands, are close behind. Each has a 96% satisfaction rate. The report looks at life quality beyond just income and education. It considers […]
In 2023, Brazil’s local governments experienced a significant 75.3% reduction in their financial surplus from January to November. That is a big drop in their economic health. In 2022, they had a surplus of R$ 83.5 billion ($17.22 billion). But in 2023, it was only R$ 20.6 billion ($4.25 billion). Both years still had more […]
BYD, a leading Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker, is discussing a key partnership with Brazil's Sigma Lithium. These talks could lead to a supply deal, joint venture, or even an acquisition. Alexandre Baldy, BYD's Brazilian chair, confirmed these talks. He met Sigma's CEO Ana Cabral Gardner in São Paulo. Details of their conversation remain private. […]