Ratings agency lifted the country’s credit on solid growth, strong buffers and policy prudence
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Argentine markets tumble on Trump warning
US president said financial support for the country hinges on Milei’s election results
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Investors divided on Peru impeachment
Some say Dina Boluarte’s removal as president could weigh on business sentiment; others brush it off
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Political risks abound as LatAm’s election marathon begins
Support for current crop of leftist leaders has waned, but analysts and investors aren’t expecting a broad shift to the right in votes over the coming year
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Ecuador to get $600m IMF disbursal
US-based lender says the Noboa administration continues to make progress with its economic reform plan
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US approves Argentina FX swap, buys pesos
Treasury Secretary Bessent says the US is prepared to take “exceptional” measures to stabilize Argentine markets
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Fraga sees Brazil recession risk
Former Brazilian central bank chief tells LatinFinance the government’s current fiscal path is “suicidal”
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Argentina seeks investors for transmission expansion
Awarding of concessions is expected to unlock new power generation investments, says top government official
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World Bank praises LatAm’s response to US tariffs
Bank’s chief economist for the region says efforts to diversify exports have been impressive, though trade uncertainty has hurt investment
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Argentine issuers take advantage of dollar demand
Arcor, Mercado Pago, YPF Luz and others price short-term bonds at low yields as investors seek refuge in political storm