COP30 led to billions of dollars in financing commitments for the region, and a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels is in the works
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Chilean markets bounce as voters shift right
Investors see a rosy outlook for Chile’s economy after José Antonio Kast secures his place in a Dec. 14 presidential runoff vote
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LatAm rate cut outlook intact despite hawkish Fed
Fed officials have cast doubt on a December cut, but analysts still see space for lower rates in Mexico and a cutting cycle in Brazil
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Region’s market momentum could extend into 2026
Global investors diving back into emerging markets in 2025 could be a sign of things to come, say investors and analysts
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Latin America’s carbon markets start linking up
Much yet must be done, but domestic markets are growing and integrating with international ones
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Bolivian bonds rally after presidential runoff
Rodrigo Paz wins as first conservative in 20 years, but his policies may not be enough to stave off a default, analysts warn
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LatAm dominates IMF meetings as US statecraft looms large
Argentina’s rescue, U.S. policy shift and surging EM capital flows take center stage at Washington gathering
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Markets weigh Washington’s new Latin America power play
Investors see opportunity and risk as the U.S. mixes financial aid with military pressure
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Chile to stay the course on fiscal discipline – finance chief
Nicolás Grau says fiscal prudence has become a shared priority across the political spectrum ahead of next year’s elections
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Venezuela bonds rally on regime change bet
Investors position for gains as odds rise of US-backed transition