Economy

Inflation’s Cost

Rising prices are driving up the cost of basic goods. Global Press Journal explores what that means for everyday life.

Sri Lanka

Food and Medicine Shortages Endanger Pregnant Women

By Vijayatharsiny Thinesh

Mongolia

Protests Erupt as Inflation Squeezes Households

By Nansalmaa Oyunchimeg

Uganda

As Food Prices Continue to Rise, a Dietary Staple Shrinks

By Nakisanze Segawa

Sri Lanka

Bakeries Shutter as War in Ukraine Drives Up Wheat Prices

By Thayalini Indrakularasa

Sri Lanka

Businesses Crushed by Vehicle Import Ban

By Thayalini Indrakularasa

Argentina

Tech Workers Defect to Foreign Companies — From Home

By Lucila Pellettieri

Zimbabwe

Bitcoin Is a Draw for Many — Including Scammers

By Vimbai Chinembiri

Argentina

Despite Law to Protect Renters, Evictions Surge

By Lucila Pellettieri

Zimbabwe

Worthless Pensions Put Future of Teaching in Jeopardy

By Kudzai Mazvarirwofa

Argentina

Adios, Asado: Beef Sales Plummet as Prices Spike

By Lucila Pellettieri