Central America and southern Mexico are hoping that together they can achieve what they have failed to do on their own. The omens are not good.
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Learning to Live in a Competitive Market
Retail banking in Mexico used to be a simple business. That has changed as interest rates collapse and foreign banks buy up more of the country’s banks
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Early-Stage Banking
With a lack of foreign exchange, international regulatory pressure and shortage of bankable risks, Belize’s young banking system still has serious deficits.
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Six hours, $1.5 Billion
With its lightning-fast bond issue in early August, Mexico seized on a hot investment grade bond market and succesfully tapped into taht strong demand.
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Not Much of a Safe Haven
The Mexican Stock Exchange has performed well this year, beating the US markets. However, its future is in the balance as it struggles to maintain trading volumes and liquidity.
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Islands of Plenty
The Caribbean republic of Trinidad & Tobago has created a vibrant capital market that seeks to act as a regional banking center, serving public – and priavte – sector institutions.
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Sovereign Report
Mexico Stands ApartMoody’s Investors Service raised its rating outlook for Mexico to positive from stable last month. It currently rates the sovereign Baa3, the lowest investment grade rating. Standard & […]
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Oil Rich, Cash Poor
Mexico’s state-owned oil company generates billions of dollars in revenues, but cannot afford to invest in its own future. The government is trying to convince Congress to allow private-sector investment in the oil, gas and power industries.
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Making Belize Accessible
Hurricane Keith shattered Belize last year. The country is now beefing up its infrastructure and revamping its ports to facilitate trade and attract investment.
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The Cost of a Strong Peso
The Mexican peso is one of the few currencies to have risen in value against the dollar this year. That is a major psychological boost for Mexico but it’s wreaking havoc on its competitiveness.