Fiscal policy

In his first global interview as head of the IMF's Fiscal Affairs Department, Chilean economist Rodrigo Valdés said Chile's policies on fuel price surges due to the war in Iran align with IMF recommendations, akin to the UK's. He warned of global public debt exceeding 100% of GDP by 2029 and urged timely fiscal adjustments.

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Two La Tercera columnists present opposing views on cutting Chile's corporate tax amid economic slowdown and fiscal deficit. Alejandro Weber advocates reducing it from 27% to 23% to boost investment and jobs, offset by spending cuts. Carlos J. García warns it won't drive significant growth due to rent-seeking and market concentration.