ECONOMY & MARKETS

Brazilian farm exports could surpass $100 billion in 2014, says the Agriculture Ministry.

How do you get rid of a criminal cartel? The Mexican government has an idea, but might need the help of some unsavory characters.

The U.S. government announced a relaxation of some Affordable Care Act regs, and yet another extension; but what does it mean?

The head of the EC’s antitrust efforts: Tax loopholes may include a “state aid component,” which would be anti-competitive.

U.S. Department of Defense cuts have heightened the airshow's importance. Here's why.

In prepared remarks, there were few surprises in the new fed chairwoman's initial address to Congress.

The EU has given the green light to a reopening of relations with Cuba, putting an end to almost a decade of embargo.

India's fragmented politics could worsen downside credit risks and hamper policymaking and growth, the report says.

Yellen, historically a monetary policy dove, may not be so dovish as Fed chair.

Production and export numbers look good for the Southeast Asian nation's, suggesting a solid end to 2013.

Data shows developed markets' conditions improving, while emerging markets are moving in the other direction.

Gambling is legal only in Atlantic City, but there has been talk of expanding the industry elsewhere in the Garden State.

Just over half vote to end pact, defying government and big business.

The global financial crisis slowed Brazil’s economy, but it plummeted Mexico's into one of the worst recessions in its history.

The Sochi Olympics began in style Friday, but many wonder about the games' economic benefits.

India wants a greater share of revenues since it generates an estimated 80% of global cricket income.

Does this bitter cold winter explain the disappointing January jobs total? And will the Fed stick to its taper timetable?

China's land disputes may go on for a while, even as the government carries out land reforms.

A U.S. Senate repeal of veterans' pension cuts is "likely," according to Democratic Sen. Adam Smith, an opponent of the proposal.

Five years into the recovery after the financial crisis, the U.S. economy still is not creating enough jobs.

While much of Thailand suffers economically, data center providers there have been experiencing an unexpected growth spurt.

Mexico is the second country in Latin America to attain A status, after Chile.

It's the last of China's four monthly PMIs, and all have pointed to economic growth quieting in January on easing demand.

The expansion of the economically strategic canal to let bigger ships through is facing serious problems.

Did you know the United States accidentally (and briefly) breached the debt limit in 1979?

Cricket venues attract a growing population of people from the far-flung corners of the former British Empire who have settled in New York City.

After weeks of violent revolts in Michoacán, President Enrique Peña Nieto has decided to invest $3B. Will it be enough?

Political and economic volatility in Argentina has underscored how frontier markets can turn sour quickly.

The world's total defense budget is forecast to increase to $1.547 trillion this year.