Populist politics are reaching a fever pitch in the run-up to elections in Colombia, Mexico and Brazil. But despite the fiery rhetoric of the campaign trail, market forces may allow pragmatism to prevail. By Mick Bowen and Mat Youkee
Category: Capital Markets
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LatinFinance hosts 2018 Capital Markets Roundtable
In our 2018 Latin America Capital Markets Roundtable, some of Latin America’s most impressive issuers discussed their strategies for the year.
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Finance Ministry Scorecard 2018
In LatinFinance’s annual survey of finance ministries in Latin America and the Caribbean, Mexico edges out other countries by keeping a lid on inflation and strengthening the local currency.
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Green bonds play catch-up in Latin America
Green bond advocates want companies to engage more with environmentally conscious investors. But are issuers willing to go that extra mile to ensure growth of sustainable securities in Latin America?
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Caribbean economies get their books in order
With commodity prices stabilizing and tourism numbers expected to increase, prospects for growth in the Caribbean are rising, but concerns about the fiscal side linger on.
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DR deepens local markets
Encouraged by a strong economy and the increasingly open capital markets, international investors are taking another look at the Dominican Republic.
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Mexican issuers brace for uncertainty
So far this year, Mexican bond issuers have run the gamut from the sovereign to a cash-strapped steelmaker. But as the July elections approach, the field is dwindling. By Aleksandra Snesareva
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Where sovereigns lead, corporates follow
Sovereign issuers are increasingly tapping global capital markets through local currency bonds. Corporate issuers are likely not far behind.
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Brazil ponders pre-election market tap
Investors question clarity of presidential candidates, talks potential dollars, euros, sources
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Judge approves ICA restructuring
Mexican constructor advances negotiations regarding some $3.5bn in indebtedness