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A look at Venezuela's economy as Maduro begins his second term
by
Anu Anand
and Danielle Chiriguayo
Jan 10, 2019
An estimated 5 million Venezuelans have left the country due to high poverty rates.
Venezuela launches new currency, but problems remain
Aug 20, 2018
Today Venezuela rolls out its new currency – the “sovereign bolivar.” It’s one of several steps the country is taking to curb runaway inflation, which is likely to top 1 million percent this year, according to the International Monetary Fund. What effect will this have on the South American nation’s economy? Click the audio player […]
Exchanging currency in Venezuela is a nightmare
by
Jeff Tyler
Mar 10, 2014
A new exchange system could bring the currency rate closer to the black market.