Firm commodity prices, fiscal reforms and reduced violence has Colombia planning for an infrastructure buildout. The sovereign is targeting the private sector.
by Ben Miller
Yearly Archives: 2008
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Still the Leader?
Mexico’s lead is menaced by proximity to wobbly US markets and Brazil’s rapid ascent. Challenges include bringing more firms to market and funneling private cash to infrastructure.
by Ben Miller
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The Fantastic Four
Four men have presided over Mexico’s ascension to debt markets supremacy. The global credit crunch tests and affirms the value of their labors.
by Greg Brosnan
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Confronting a Crisis
The four men responsible for changing the shape of Mexico’s debt structure over the past decade give their thoughts on the way the looming US economic crisis will affect Mexico […]
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Out of the Many, One?
Led by Panama and propelled by trade agreements, Central America seeks to extend growth. With stronger links to the US and Europe, it must decide how far to integrate.
by Ben Miller
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Islands Adrift
The Caribbean is still trying to prove itself in the global economy. Attempts to create an exchange network are foundering and the region is exposed to the global slump.
by Julio Urdaneta
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Staying Power
Trailblazers and market builders are lauded in the LatinFinance Awards for 20 Years of Excellence. The winning individuals, deals and institutions continue to exert influence.
by Staff Reporters
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Sticking with New York
Foreign participants in the regional boom are increasingly looking to put talent on the ground. Legal powerhouse Cleary Gottlieb is staying in New York.
by James Crombie
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The Capitalistic Revolution
José Olympio, head of Brazilian investment banking at Credit Suisse, sees rich potential in the biggest LatAm market. He also warns of the dangers of generalization.
by James Crombie
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Tapping Mortgage Potential
Itaú continues its expansion in domestic and global markets, targeting the housing sector, debt capital markets and overseas investors. Veteran banker Roberto Setúbal elaborates.
by Dan Shirai