The accumulated Exports of goods reached 5,861,000 dollars until July, a number 6% higher than in the same period last year. the growth in exports reflects a positive trade balance of Costa Rica; however, there is concern that this dynamism is generated only by companies under the Free Trade Zone (FTZ) which by its nature […]
Archives for August 26, 2016
Uber lost more than 1,000 million dollars in first half of the year
US online transportation network company Uber lost at least 1.2 billion dollars in the first half of the year according to people related to the matter, reported Bloomberg’s news agency. Uber has not commented on the information. Uber is not a public company and is not obliged to publish its financial affairs results, but they organize […]
Experience a true natural show in Bahía Ballena
The best two weekends to enjoy dolphins and whales sightings will be from September 2nd to September 4th and from September 9th to September 11th in Bahía Ballena, these mammals’ favorite place. As a result, a touristic festival will be held. The festival is for families and it will include whale watching tours, athletic, cycling, […]
More than 200,000 marijuana plants were camouflaged among rice and taro
The Drug Control Police (PCD) found more than 200,000 marijuana plants camouflaged among rice and taro (tiquisque) paddies in the southern area of the country. The agents were investigating the 26 plantations covering 21 thousand 493 square meters for 10 days, and 215, 833 plants were found and destroyed. In addition, the agents also found […]
Celebrations in Moncho started yesterday!
Enjoy 12 days of celebration in San Ramón, Alajuela, where they are expecting up to 550,000 people. Every day there will be a free concert, traditional dishes, cultural and religious expressions, and recreational activities for the entire family. The festival offers an original program, along with delicious, traditional food in “Los Ranchos” and several stalls that […]
BCCR could intervene in the exchange rate to control inflation
The Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR) will intervene the exchange rate due to “market imperfections” and they are using all the available methods to keep a low inflation. We have been able to choose the exchange-rate regime for 10 years and we have to consider the learning curve that the process entails, said President […]