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Inflation Forces Government to Adjust Pension Increases – Social Security

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Inflation Forces Government to Adjust Pension Increases - Social Security

The government has abandoned its pension boost formula, which would have resulted in more than 8% for the vast majority of pensioners, but in light of the commitments it has made, it will have to revise legislation providing that most pensions (up to about 960 euros) rose by 4.43% in January..

The executive branch said that the amount of half of the pension paid in October (corresponding to 3.57% of the annual pension amount), added to the increases determined for January, ensures that pensioners do not live to the end of next year with less liquidity. they would be if the formula (although they have been losing money since 2024).

It turns out that the legislation takes into account not only the dynamics of GDP over the past two years, but also the average inflation, excluding housing, recorded in November, and both of them exceed expectations at the time of the calculations in September.

Latest GDP estimates (confirmed today) indicate an average growth of 4.78%, above the 4.5% considered by the Government. And average non-housing inflation in November was 7.46%, according to the INE’s first estimate, above the 7.1% considered by the executive.

This means that, mainly due to inflation, in the case of the lowest pensions, it may be necessary to add four or five tenths to the government’s forecast of 4.43%, thus bringing the nominal growth in January closer to 4.8%. or 4.9%. The values ​​are not exact, since it is enough to round the average GDP to tenths or hundredths for the output to change slightly. Pension increase at the first pillar yes, round to tenths.

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This is due to the fact that in a normal situation, with growth above 3%, updating pensions to IFRS 2 would correspond to 20% of average GDP (0.96 points) plus the value of the average CPI excluding housing in November (7.46 points), but the Government now removes the amount of the emergency supplement corresponding to the half board already paid in October (3.57 points).

In the case of a pension of 500 euros, for example, an increase of approximately 24.2 euros will be applied. The difference guaranteed by the correction compared to what the government has already announced is 2.7 euros per month.

Similarly, pensions between IAS 6 and 12 could increase by four tenths (in addition to the 4% forecast, to 4.49%) and then, to IAS 12, by 3.5 tenths (to 3.89).

Nothing will prevent the executive branch, which has the majority, from amending its own law. At the proposal of the PS, an amendment to the Law on the State Budget for 2023 was approved, which authorizes the Government to make corrections by its decree.

Negosios has reached out to the Ministry of Labor and Social Security (MTSSS) for comment and is awaiting a response.

The Social Assistance Index (IAS) will also rise

Although it was announced that the Social Assistance Index (IAS) would rise by 8% next year, the government has not repealed the law which stipulates that this index, on which a number of social benefits depend, is calculated in the same way as the first pillar. pensions: 20% of GDP plus average inflation in the absence of housing at the end of the year (confirmed, this will be November).

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The Department of Labor has already assured Business that it will also update IAS to comply with the legal terms. Thus, if the current figures are confirmed, this figure could increase by about 8.4% instead of the declared 8% to 481.09 euros in 2023.

The IAS depends, for example, on the minimum and maximum amount of the unemployment subsidy, the amount of the social unemployment subsidy and the updated levels of various benefits, including pensions. This should also depend on the RSI value, a legal rule that has been forgotten in recent years.

The news was last updated at 12:49 pm with estimates slightly adjusted for a new average calculated from today’s GDP data. The IAS value has been adjusted to EUR 481.09.

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Everything has been delivered. 10 Bugatti Centodieci are already in the hands of the owners

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Everything has been delivered.  10 Bugatti Centodieci are already in the hands of the owners

OAll Bugatti Centodieci have been delivered, the Molsheim-based brand said on Monday. Cristiano Ronaldo received the number 07 in October this year. and Bugatti has now revealed that the latest unit – #10 – is already in the possession of its owner.

“The Centodieci combines all the values ​​of the Bugatti brand in an extraordinary package: rarity, innovation, heritage, craftsmanship and unrivaled performance. The production batch of 10 units was so in demand by our customers that it was sold before the Centodieci. was even officially presented,” said Christophe Piochon, president of Bugatti.

This latest example is finished in Quartz White with carbon fiber trim on the bottom and matte grilles. The brake calipers are painted in Light Blue Sport, as is the logo on the rear that refers to the EB110, the iconic Bugatti model that inspired this Centodieci. Inside, the predominant color is also blue, as you can see in the images above.

This block is powered by the same block as the other nine instances. The 8.0-liter W16 with four turbines is capable of developing 1600 hp. In terms of performance, this allows the Centodieci to hit 100 km/h in just 2.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 380 km/h.

Recall that each unit costs the owners eight million euros before taxes.

Read also: We already know when the Bugatti Centodieci fell into the hands of Ronaldo.

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The first Dacia hybrid. “The cheapest hybrid family on the market”

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The first Dacia hybrid.  "The cheapest hybrid family on the market"

BUT Dacia revealed this Monday that the hybrid engine has been available since March on the Jogger, the Romanian brand’s model known to be available with a seven-seat variant.

The Jogger Hybrid 140, Dacia’s first hybrid, will hit dealerships in March, but customers can expect and order it as early as January.

The price has been revealed by Dacia and since it’s only available in the seven-seater SL Extreme, it starts at €28,800. The brand claims it is “the most affordable hybrid family car on the market.”

Available in six existing colors to celebrate the launch of this hybrid, there will be a slate gray version, as you can see in the images above.

Equipped with a 1.6 liter four-cylinder petrol engine with 90 hp, the Jogger is also powered by two electric motors (a 50 hp engine and a high-voltage starter-generator). The total power is 140 horsepower. The electric transmission is automatic, four-speed, connected to an internal combustion engine, and two speeds are connected to an electric motor. This combined technology was possible, according to Dacia, only due to the lack of clutch.

Combined with the energy recovery levels of the 1.2kWh (230V) battery pack and the efficiency of the automatic transmission, regenerative braking delivers all-electric traction on 80% of urban journeys and saves up to 40% of fuel compared to a combustion engine vehicle.

Read also: Dual-fuel Dacia Jogger Eco-G. We tried 5 seater and LPG…

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See how Tesla tests its electric Semi truck in the worst-case scenarios

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Tesla Semi camião elétrico testes

Tesla has finally been able to bring its long-awaited Semi to market. This electric truck promises to revolutionize transportation and bring all the unique characteristics of this type of electric vehicle to this class of vehicles.

Now that the first units have been delivered, there is hope that they will finally be mass-produced and reach more transport companies. With so many promises to be kept, a new video is now emerging showing Tesla testing its Semi truck under worst-case scenarios.


Tesla Semi is already on the market

Like all Tesla electric vehicles, Semi follows the same line of creating a unique design associated with a platform with the most modern technology available. The proof is in what was presented to the public and surprised most people.

To prove the quality of this new proposal, Tesla published in your LinkedIn account new video. In it, he reveals some of the testing he's done to determine the strength and quality of the Semi's design and its (potential) durability.

Tests to prove its durability

It has been revealed that the Tesla electric truck is subjected to numerous tests and its application in the worst scenarios that drivers may face. It doesn't stop at the ruggedness of the Semi's designs, but goes further and focuses on the motors and batteries themselves.

This is the proof that many have been waiting for to ensure that this new proposal is not limited to a lot of autonomy. Its resistance is great and will provide greater durability, further enhancing the Semi's value and performance.

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high quality electric truck

Tesla has already showcased the Semi's quality with a video showing its truck driving roughly 500 miles on just one charge. The big news here is that he managed to make this long journey with a maximum load of about 37 tons.

Now Tesla remains to widely place the Semi on the market. At the moment, only a few companies have access to this new product, with a very long list of pending deliveries, who want to start mass-using this electric truck offering.

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