The telecommunications and digital technologies sector has a great opportunity to contribute to sectors such as energy, transportation, and industry in two ways: through digitization and efficiency. This dual opportunity […]
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36,000 Transactions That Transformed Regional Trade
This year, we celebrate 20 years of the Trade Finance Facilitation Program (TFFP) by IDB Invest. Since its inception in 2005, it has been a key pillar in strengthening foreign […]
Analysis
Restoring Brazil’s Rainforest Can Power an Environmental and Economic Transformation
Restoring lands represents a major opportunity to boost the local economy and support the development of surrounding communities. Estimates suggest that restoration activities can generate, on average, 0.42 jobs per […]
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Four Areas Ports Can Work on to Successfully Navigate the Future
In today’s globalized economy, logistical efficiency is a cornerstone of economic progress, and the port sector plays a vital role within the supply chain. Ports are a key link in […]
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Six Cutting-Edge Technologies to Accelerate Financial Health
Recently, IDB Invest participated in the 9th Annual Microfinance Conference in Costa Rica. The forum brings together partners from the private and public sectors, aligning with IDB Invest’s ongoing effort to […]
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Data Centers and the Future of Competitiveness in Latin America
Every time you send a message, make an online purchase, or stream a show, a data center makes it possible. Though invisible in our daily lives, these technological facilities support […]
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Tailored Solutions and Services can Unlock Homeownership for Women
Housing is enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Despite this, according to estimates by UN Habitat, up to 1.6 billion people globally, equivalent to around 440 million households, […]
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Financial Health Bridges Access and Impact to Catalyze Prosperity
The financial sector in Latin America and the Caribbean has undergone a profound transformation. From early experiments in microfinance to today’s push for broad-based financial participation, the region has evolved […]
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Combating Multidimensional Poverty from the Private Sector Requires Much More Than Jobs
In the realm of economic development, the private sector can contribute to poverty reduction by providing employment and through initiatives to improve the well-being of workers and their families. Understanding […]