Category: Andean

Two years ago, Ecuador was at the forefront of an anguished debate over the appropriate role of the International Monetary Fund, bondholders and the local government in sorting out the […]

The largest and longest-dated bond issued in the Bolivian market could open the door for more private sector projects looking to find financing in the local markets.

Though the Andean countries have been hit by a barrage of political and economic instability, some investors managed to turn adverse market dynamics to their advantage.

The Andean Development Corporation takes its roadshow to Europe, not just to raise money, but to promote its respected name and solid financials to discriminating investors there.

Buying stocks in smaller Latin markets is getting expensive. Low liquidity and market volatility make transaction costs in the Andean countries among the highest in the world.

Ecuador’s finance minister and chief debt negotiator admits that foreign creditors have reason to doubt the country’s integrity. But Jorge Guzmán says radical economic changes can restore faith.

Jorge Guzman, Ecuador’s recently appointed finance minister, gave a rousing speech to international bankers at the April meeting of the Inter-American Development Bank in New Orleans. He stated that “All […]