Category: 2019 Q4

Capital market participants say the final quarter of 2019 is witnessing significant activity, a hopeful sign for the first quarter of 2020. Local currency markets are especially strong

The co-founder of Brazil’s C6 Bank, one of the latest fintech startups, launched with an extended menu of banking services and is planning to roll out new products to attract consumers and small businesses

An expanding digital footprint increases vulnerability to cyberattacks and highlights slow adoption of state-of-the-art security defenses

AMLO’S support of Pemex and perceived preference for hydro and
nuclear power raise doubts about his wind and solar commitment. New investment in wind and solar projects is slowing

Inflation is under control, unemployment is down and the country’s
heavy debt load is shrinking. Despite huge strides in fixing the
economy, the country still suffers from
slow growth and chronic crime

Vaca Muerta could double Argentina’s energy output and help address its chronic fiscal problems. But fully developing the massive shale oil and natural gas resources will be challenging

The sale of state-owned assets totaled $23.5 billion in the first nine months, surpassing initial estimates. The pace could accelerate in 2020 as the Bolsonaro administration streamlines the privatization process