Investment banks have seen a strong first half but face an uncertain year ahead as volatility and increased ompetition threatens to slow down the pace of business.
Category: 2011 September / October
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The Swiss Option
The Swiss-franc market has become a popular destination for LatAm blue-chips. But volumes may depend on investors’ willingness to venture into junk territory.
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Crossing the Line
BNDES has made a habit of supporting consolidation to create national champions. But was its attempt to wade into the fight between Carrefour and Casino a miscalculation?
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Tough Talk
Trinidad’s tough-talking energy minister is powering change in the vital energy sector. Can he bolster production levels and help the sluggish economy?
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End of an Era?
Brazil’s economy has had a good run, but analysts are readying themselves for tougher times ahead. Can the government and monetary authorities make a difference?
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Turning the Corner
The Dominican Republic is on a path to recovery as FDI flows increase and more investors buy its debt in the local and international bond markets. Will politics ruin the party?
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Integrating Platforms
Technological integration through customer relationship management (CRM) platforms is becoming increasingly important as banks broaden their presence across LatAm.
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Uncertain Times
Investment bankers focused on Latin America may have had a profitable year so far, but the last quarter looks less than promising against an increasingly rocky backdrop. Optimism in the […]
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JPM Beefs Up DCM
JPMorgan has added two market veterans to its LatAm DCM operation. Ricardo Leoni joins the US bank, after 10 years at Santander, to originate Brazilian cross-border deals as well as […]
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Upside Potential
Venezuela’s presidential elections are still more than a year away. But the possibility of regime change is already moving spreads. Are investors blind to the underlying risks?