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Budget news — September 20, 2026

Publications tagged with Budget published on September 20, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

9 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastBudget

    Bolivia Eliminates Diesel Subsidy, President Paz Announces New Measures

    President Rodrigo Paz of Bolivia announced the elimination of the diesel subsidy, stating that the price will now be equivalent to the international import cost. The decision comes due to the high cost of the subsidy for the state and fuel smuggling. Paz justified the measure by explaining that the state spends close to $us 55 million each week on fuel subsidies, which represents more than $us 2.600 million per year. The President also announced a series of economic measures, including the delivery of the so-called PEPE 2 bonus to nearly 2.9 million people, an increase in the Juancito Pinto bonus, and the elimination of import taxes for goods destined for productive activities.
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  2. SocietyBudgetHardwareEarthFraud

    FBI Uses AI to Prevent School Shootings

    FBI Director Kash Patel revealed that the agency has used artificial intelligence to help prevent school shootings in North Carolina and several other states. Patel stated that the FBI's use of AI has increased by 605% during his tenure, allowing for rapid analysis of databases and information alongside private-sector partners and state and local authorities to identify potential threats and send intelligence to agents in the field.
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  3. SocietyAsiaBudgetFraud

    Two Bank Tellers Sentenced for Stealing from Customers

    Two tellers at the National Bank in Oran, Salta, Argentina, were sentenced for stealing money from customers while they were making deposits. Silvia Verónica Castro received a suspended prison sentence of two years, and Fernando Horacio Arias Knudsen, six months, also suspended. They were found guilty of fraud and breach of duties of public officials. The modus operandi involved removing bills from deposits and hiding them in promotional flyers. The scheme was discovered in November 2023, and the investigation identified 22 maneuvers. Customers, mostly regulars depositing large amounts, often topped up the shortage assuming they had made a mistake.
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  4. PoliticsLocal GovLaborBudget

    Iran's Supreme Labor Council Agrees to Discuss Wage Increase

    Members of Iran's Supreme Labor Council have reached a consensus to discuss and potentially increase workers' wages. The council, consisting of labor, employer, and government representatives, agreed on the need to restore purchasing power through wage adjustments. The Minister of Labor will consult with the government regarding the approval and the amount of the wage increase, with further discussions to take place in the next session.
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  5. BusinessInflationBudgetTrade

    Government Admits Slower Inflation Decline, Extends Single Digit Goal to 2029

    The Ministry of Economy admitted that inflation will decrease more slowly than expected, tripling its forecast for 2027 and postponing the official goal of a single digit inflation rate until 2029. The upward revision of inflation dynamics was reflected in the macroeconomic assumptions of the Budget 2027, showing a substantial difference in the projected pace of deceleration compared to the Budget 2026. Experts attribute the delay to international factors and inertial processes of inflation.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastBudgetClimate

    Ukraine: Generator, Charging Station Prices to Rise Due to New Tax Law

    Member of the Verkhovna Rada Energy Committee and Utilities Services Committee, Sergei Nagornyak, has warned that prices for generators and charging stations in Ukraine will increase significantly ahead of winter. The reason is the recent adoption of a law on taxing international parcels, which will lead to a rise in prices for imported goods, particularly energy equipment that Ukrainians often purchase in preparation for winter.
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  7. WorldMiddle EastBudget

    French Public Debt to Hit Record High of 121.7% of GDP by 2027

    France's public debt is set to reach an all-time high of 121.7% of GDP by 2027, according to forecasts from the Ministry of Economy and Finance. This increase is attributed to a persistently high deficit. The debt is projected to reach 119.3% of GDP in 2026, also a record high since 1995. Despite budget adjustments, the deficit is expected to remain above the EU's 3% target until 2029.
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  8. BusinessBudgetManufacturing

    Flock Offers Voluntary Severance Amid Customer Backlash

    Flock Safety, facing customer backlash and loss of contracts, has rolled out a voluntary severance program for its employees. The company, which specializes in license plate readers and surveillance software, is offering generous packages to workers who choose to leave, including months of healthcare coverage and stock option exercises. The deadline for applications is October 2, with acceptances to be announced by October 9, and departing employees expected to leave by October 29. Without these buyouts, Flock would likely face layoffs due to reduced revenue from lost contracts and increased expenses from vandalism.
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  9. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionBudgetFraud

    TransMilenio Guard Killed Preventing Fare Evasion

    A security guard, Cristian Garzón, was fatally stabbed at a TransMilenio station in Soacha while preventing a couple from entering without paying the fare. The incident occurred on September 18, 2026, and sparked outrage and calls for improved security measures. Garzón's death is part of a rising trend of attacks on TransMilenio guards, with over 230 incidents reported in 2026 alone.
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