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Investors Sour on Brazil Stocks on Intervention, Fed Fears
Banco Santander Brasil has significantly lowered its year-end target for the Ibovespa from 160,000 to 145,000, reflecting the general bearis
Milei’s Historic “Pacto de Mayo” to Revive Argentina’s Economy and Real Estate Market
In a historic move, Argentina's President Javier Milei is set to sign the "Pacto de Mayo" on May 25, a significant date in the country's his
China's BYD Postpones Chile Lithium Ambitions as U.S.'s Albemarle Gets 240,000 Metric Tons Lithium Quota Boost
Chile's CORFO has agreed to increase Albemarle's lithium production quota by 240,000 metric tons of lithium metal equivalent (LME), nearly 5
Record-Breaking 32 Million Pounds of Colombian Avocados Shipped to the U.S. in 2023
Colombia's avocado industry soared in 2023 with a 104% increase in U.S. shipments, totaling 32 million pounds. Projections for 2024 anticipa
Milei Continues To Run Circles Around Establishment Economists
Javier Milei ascended to the presidency of Argentina in 2023 amidst a surge of voter discontent with the country's political elite. Hyperinf
Prominent Industrial REIT in Mexico Eyed By Multiple Investors
Fibra Mty is the latest major investor to enter the fray, studying the acquisition of 100% of Fibra Terrafina's shares as of last week, aimi
Geopolitics
Spain Recalls Ambassador Following Milei's Remarks on Corruption Allegations Linked to Spanish Prime Minister's Wife
Spain withdraws ambassador from Buenos Aires after President Javier Milei's remarks on corruption allegations against PM Sánchez's wife earl
The Giant USS George Washington Pays First Visit to Brazil Since 2015 Commemorating 200 Years of Diplomatic Relations
U.S.-Brazil military ties remain strong despite diplomatic strain caused by Brazil's President Lula's alignment with China, distancing Brazi
Milei’s Historic “Pacto de Mayo” to Revive Argentina’s Economy and Real Estate Market
In a historic move, Argentina's President Javier Milei is set to sign the "Pacto de Mayo" on May 25, a significant date in the country's his
China's BYD Postpones Chile Lithium Ambitions as U.S.'s Albemarle Gets 240,000 Metric Tons Lithium Quota Boost
Chile's CORFO has agreed to increase Albemarle's lithium production quota by 240,000 metric tons of lithium metal equivalent (LME), nearly 5
Panama's Non-Action to Secure Darien Gap Frustrates Mexico's Nearshoring Ambitions
The Darien Gap, a remote jungle between Panama and Colombia, is a dangerous route for migrants seeking to cross into the US. In 2023, 520,00
Biden Must Hold Mexico Accountable For Steel Flood
This Washington Times article by Michael Stumo highlights the significant trade issues between Mexico and the United States, particularly in
Real Estate
Fibra UNO Escalates Courtship of Terrafina's Assets Aiming to Create Mega-Industrial REIT in Mexico
Fibra UNO's proposed industrial mega-merger aims to create Mexico's largest industrial REIT by combining three portfolios into 487...
Milei’s Historic “Pacto de Mayo” to Revive Argentina’s Economy and Real Estate Market
In a historic move, Argentina's President Javier Milei is set to sign the "Pacto de Mayo" on May 25, a significant date in the country's his
Mexico's Labor Woes and Lack of Investment Hamper Toyota's North American Production
A recent report by Reuters indicated that Toyota halted production for 19 days in February and March at one of its Mexican production facili
Lululemon Mexico Acquired By Vancouver-Based Parent
Lululemon Athletica is acquiring its franchisee, Lululemon Mexico, which operates 15 stores since entering Mexico in 2017. Despite alleged s
Record-Breaking 32 Million Pounds of Colombian Avocados Shipped to the U.S. in 2023
Colombia's avocado industry soared in 2023 with a 104% increase in U.S. shipments, totaling 32 million pounds. Projections for 2024 anticipa
Prominent Industrial REIT in Mexico Eyed By Multiple Investors
Fibra Mty is the latest major investor to enter the fray, studying the acquisition of 100% of Fibra Terrafina's shares as of last week, aimi
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China's BYD Postpones Chile Lithium Ambitions as U.S.'s Albemarle Gets 240,000 Metric Tons Lithium Quota Boost
Chile's CORFO has agreed to increase Albemarle's lithium production quota by 240,000 metric tons of lithium metal equivalent (LME), nearly 5
Record-Breaking 32 Million Pounds of Colombian Avocados Shipped to the U.S. in 2023
Colombia's avocado industry soared in 2023 with a 104% increase in U.S. shipments, totaling 32 million pounds. Projections for 2024 anticipa
Biden Must Hold Mexico Accountable For Steel Flood
This Washington Times article by Michael Stumo highlights the significant trade issues between Mexico and the United States, particularly in
Mexico Mining Ban By Outgoing AMLO Sparks Outcry
Open-pit mining in Mexico is a major contributor to the Mexican economy. Industry experts attribute 2 million direct and indirect jobs to th
Bolivia Accepts Chinese Control of Zinc Refinery for $350 Million
Zinc is used in a wide range of applications including galvanizing steel to prevent rust and corrosion, creation of alloys such as brass and
Brazil Enjoying the Ride as China Commits Additional $3.5 Billion of Mining Investments
China's announcement of an additional $3.5 billion of investments in Brazil's mining sector is welcome news. The economic integration betwee
Outsourcing
Fibra UNO Escalates Courtship of Terrafina's Assets Aiming to Create Mega-Industrial REIT in Mexico
Fibra UNO's proposed industrial mega-merger aims to create Mexico's largest industrial REIT by combining three portfolios into 487...
Nearshoring Surge Increases Complexity for Cross-Border Carrier Shipments into Mexico
The nearshoring boom has added complexity to US-Mexico cross-border shipments. US carriers need a 3:1 trailer-to-tractor ratio, with border
Mexico's Labor Woes and Lack of Investment Hamper Toyota's North American Production
A recent report by Reuters indicated that Toyota halted production for 19 days in February and March at one of its Mexican production facili
Purina Boosting Investment in Guanajuato Adding 94 Jobs to 600 Already Employed in Mexican Facility
Nestlé Purina invests $221M in Mexico, its top Latin American market, expanding its pet food plant in Silao to become the largest in the reg
China's BYD Postpones Chile Lithium Ambitions as U.S.'s Albemarle Gets 240,000 Metric Tons Lithium Quota Boost
Chile's CORFO has agreed to increase Albemarle's lithium production quota by 240,000 metric tons of lithium metal equivalent (LME), nearly 5
Colombia Plans $20 Billion Rail Corridor as Panama Canal Alternative Through the Darién Gap
The Turbo-Cupica corridor aims to revitalize Colombia's railway infrastructure, offering an alternative to the Panama Canal. With a $19.4 bi
Technology
China's BYD Postpones Chile Lithium Ambitions as U.S.'s Albemarle Gets 240,000 Metric Tons Lithium Quota Boost
Chile's CORFO has agreed to increase Albemarle's lithium production quota by 240,000 metric tons of lithium metal equivalent (LME), nearly 5
Parque Arauco Unlocks LatAm Retail Innovation With Proptech Incubator
Latin American retail giant Parque Arauco has chosen four proptech startups, from four countries, from over one hundred applicants to join i
Crowdfunding of Emerging Market Real Estate
An introduction to the crowdfunding of real estate transactions as applied to emerging markets.
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