Primary international bond issuance out of Latin America and the Caribbean is expected to be busy in the first quarter of 2025, with sovereigns leading the way to meet their […]
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Q1 – A Hefty Price
After Donald Trump won the US presidential election on November 5, concerns exploded over his proposed trade protectionism – specifically, that punitive tariffs on major exporting nations will stoke inflation, […]
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Q4 – The Big Swing
Our latest cover story takes stock of the forthcoming US election and its impact on Latin America and the Caribbean. There could be a major fallout on the region – and some benefits – either way the electorate swings. We explore this in our package of features, taking a dive deep into the ramifications for the region under either scenario, as well as what bond investors foresee. We also look at the impact of the election – and growing protectionism – for trade, economic growth and investment in Latin America, while also examining the region’s potential to become a greater global supplier of energy and mineralsWill she emerge from the shadow of Andrés Manual López Obrador, her charismatic predecessor and mentor? Or will she press for reforms that could turn away investors? We delve into the economic and financial challenges she faces — and how investors are positioning themselves.
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US Election Special: The Big Swing
As Latin Americans view an increasingly uncertain world of climate change, high inflation, rising protectionism and wars in Europe and the Middle East, one question hangs over them all: Harris […]
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US Election Special: A Hard Trade
Latin America is between a rock and a hard place as the United States, its biggest trading partner, prepares to pick a new president and protectionism continues to gain ground. […]
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US Election Special: The Resource Blessing
Latin America has long been a global source of energy and minerals. Whoever comes to power in Washington could impact which resources — fossil fuels or energy transition metals — gain most favor.
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US Election Special: Voices on Latin America
The Politics of Migration By Rebecca Bill Chavez, president and CEO of the Inter-American Dialogue Robust global engagement is a central pillar of US Vice President Kamala Harris’ approach to […]
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Infrastructure Finance: In with the new
Private companies are finding ample opportunities – and good returns – in two infrastructure sectors that have years of growth ahead of them: data centers and water.
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Resilience Finance: Adapt or Lose
Pressure is rising on countries to reduce their vulnerability. But more must be done to prepare Latin America and the Caribbean for climate change to prevent billions of dollars in future losses, experts say.
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Pemex: Weighing the options
After years of declining oil production and a worsening debt load, Pemex faces few options but to turn to the private sector to help develop Mexico’s wealth of energy resources. Holders of its bonds are waiting for signals on what measures the new administration will take.