inflation
Recorded 33.7 percent in December, down from 34.6 percent in November
December PMI data reveals robust growth driven by output and new orders
As part of efforts to stabilize the economy
A 49 percent surge in monthly minimum wage could exacerbate inflation and strain businesses
Brent crude futures fell 26 cents or 0.3 percent to $79.13 per barrel
Lower interest rates decrease the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding bullion
Bank said tightening measures nearing end of cycle
Maintaining credit and discount rate at 19.75 percent
Yellow metal set to record highest annual gains in three years
IMF expects 0.1 percent GDP growth rate this year
Post-election austerity measures under close scrutiny by analysts
