Category: 2024 Q2

Despite the turbulence in the global econ­omy, Latin America is entering 2024 in good shape. Inflation and interest rates are falling, economic growth has been steady, and investors are again looking on the region favorably.

After years of mounting economic calamity, a new libertarian government wants to turn around Argentina’s fortunes – and eventually return to the international markets. It will be a slog, but there are reasons to believe it could get it right.

The tropical summer may be fading in Bra­zil, but its capital markets are in a cheery mood. Activity is expected to be brisk this year, as falling interest rates and a tax reform improve prospects for long-term economic growth and profits.

Change is coming to Mexico, no matter who wins June’s election — and for many investors, it’s a one-way bet as nearshoring gathers pace and as capital flows not only towards manufacturing, but also the infrastructure to support it.

A surge in drug violence has not only made Ecuador dangerous, but it is costing the country millions of dollars that it doesn’t have and could struggle to borrow.

A top tourist destination, the Dominican Republic is seeking to capitalize on its economic and political stability to attract more – and diversified – investment.

Héctor Valdez is one of the longest-serving central bank governors in Latin America and the Caribbean, having run the Dominican Republic’s monetary authority for all but four years since August 1994. Today, he has plenty of reasons to be upbeat on the Caribbean nation’s future.

Foreign investment in the Dominic Republic is on the rise – especially in energy, tourism and logistics. The government is taking steps to attract more flows while it seeks an investment grade credit rating.