Chile

OECD recommends tax system overhaul in Chile

by Ray Clancy on January 18, 2012

More supportive macroeconomic policies needed, says OECD

Chile’s strong recovery lost some momentum as the world economy slowed, weakening copper prices and consumer confidence in Chile, according to a new report from the OECD.

Given considerable uncertainties regarding the health of the world economy, more supportive macroeconomic policies may be needed in the short run, it says. [click to continue…]

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