Ecuador
Ecuador oil find to boost government ahead of election
While the discovery of more oil is a bonus for the government, the sector still faces major challenges
EcuadorEcuador petition boosts chance of Correa re-election
Despite Correa's numerous refusals to stand again, speculation is rife that he will do just that
EcuadorCorrea may yet win fourth term in Ecuador
As elections loom, the political opposition is fragmented
EcuadorEcuador's banks face severe test in 2016-17
The deep recession, rising unemployment and lack of liquidity will pose challenges for a hitherto strong sector
EcuadorEcuador's Correa may test re-election waters for 2017
Correa will be reluctant to risk losing a referendum, but his promise to stand down next year may be reconsidered
Ecuador'Wealth taxes' to cover Ecuador earthquake costs
The government may face resistance to the new taxes, which are in addition to already-planned tax increases
EcuadorEarthquake may add to fiscal woes in Ecuador
Post-earthquake spending and questions over its transparency may further mar the pre-election fiscal outlook
EcuadorEarthquake hits already shaky economy in Ecuador
Although oil output appears largely unaffected, the fiscal cost of recovery is another burden for a shrinking economy
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