Panama’s Banco General has seen its assets and deposits grow and non-performing loans drop slightly in the 12 months to June 2009, despite the global downturn.
Category: 2009
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DEBT: Anything Goes
Appetite for LatAm credit was in October sounding like a broken record, or at least one dusted off from 2007 that has gotten everyone dancing again.
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China and Latin America: Investment and Trade Flow
As Chinese investment increases, LatAm tries to be more than just a cheap supplier of raw materials. Skeptics are wary of China’s track record in other regions.
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Best Bank El Salvador: In Hands Less Foreign
While Banco Agrícola now belongs to Bancolombia, its new owner is keeping a respectful distance when it comes to running things, and for good reason.
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EQUITY: IPOs Get Reality Check
The equity markets roared back to life in the third quarter, with Brazil accounting for the vast majority of follow-on and IPO volumes.
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LatinFinance Investment Banking Survey — The Battle for Brazil
Since the financial world did not end, global banks have dusted off and gotten largely back to business as usual. Brazil is the focus of a new fight for LatAm fees.
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Brazil Securitization: Looking Up
Brazilians are optimistic about a rebound in domestic securitization. Other challenges await after volume revives, including building the investor base.
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OTPP Invests in Latin America
OTPP is blazing a trail for pension funds targeting stable returns in LatAm. Its strategy based on partnerships and strict due diligence has yielded good results, say its principals.
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Mexico Economy: Reform or Bust
Even if Mexico does survive its biggest test in over a decade, the recovery will be muted pending real reforms. There are numerous short term hazards to overcome.
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Middle East Invests in Latin America
Capital flow between the Middle East and LatAm is more than just a pipe dream. The South-South link is forged and set to get a lot stronger.