Brazilians are going gaga for Chinese brands
https://www.economist.com/the-americas/2026/07/02/brazilians-are-going-gaga-for-chinese-brands
They think China has better tech than America.
Africa’s new middle class is putting down roots in the suburbs
https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2026/07/02/africas-new-middle-class-is-putting-down-roots-in-the-suburbs
For a glimpse of the continent’s future, visit the edges of its burgeoning cities.
https://www.economist.com/the-americas/2026/07/02/brazilians-are-going-gaga-for-chinese-brands
They think China has better tech than America.
Africa’s new middle class is putting down roots in the suburbs
https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2026/07/02/africas-new-middle-class-is-putting-down-roots-in-the-suburbs
For a glimpse of the continent’s future, visit the edges of its burgeoning cities.
Can Africa take the Asian path to growth?
https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2026/07/09/can-africa-take-the-asian-path-to-growth
Stalling agricultural productivity makes it look unlikely.
Mexico is placing an enormous bet on rail
https://www.economist.com/the-americas/2026/07/06/mexico-is-placing-an-enormous-bet-on-rail
Can it keep its plans on track?
https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2026/07/09/can-africa-take-the-asian-path-to-growth
Stalling agricultural productivity makes it look unlikely.
https://www.economist.com/the-americas/2026/07/06/mexico-is-placing-an-enormous-bet-on-rail
Can it keep its plans on track?