Already a league table leader, Bancolombia plans to extend its investment banking capacities
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Awards: Banks of the Year 2013
From inflation to currency depreciation and government meddling, banks across the region have had to contend with a broad range of economic, financial and political hurdles over the past year. LatinFinance recognizes the ones that have stood out
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Bank of the Year, Uruguay: Banco de la República Oriental del Uruguay
Dominating Uruguay’s banking system, Banco de la República has outperformed the market in terms of profitability, but it faces many of the same difficulties as its competitors
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Investment Bank of the Year, Chile: BTG Pactual Chile
With its cross-LatAm credentials firmly in place, the firm formerly known as Celfin is keen to grow its investment banking reach
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Bank of the Year, Bank of the Year Brazil & Investment Bank of the Year, Brazil: Itaú-Unibanco
A conservative banking strategy that has nevertheless sought out growth opportunities is paying off for Itaú, Latin America’s largest bank
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Bank of the Year, Costa Rica: BAC San José
Flows of speculative capital to Costa Rica present both risks and opportunities for local banks
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Multilateral Development Bank of the Year: CAF
With a focus on infrastructure, the multilateral lender has expanded its loan book and is prepared for greater demand as markets turn sour
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Bank of the Year, Mexico: Santander México
Despite slowing growth in Mexico, Santander México has not only withstood the challenge but also managed a landmark IPO and bond debut
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Bank of the Year, Panama: Banco General
Opportunities abound for banks in in Panama, with a fast-growing economy and regionalizing banking system
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Microfinance Institution of the Year: Compartamos Banco
As the microfinance industry becomes more competitive, specialist lenders must keep pace with the change