Colombia posts weaker-than-expected Q3 results Latin AmericaThe Lens Colombia posts weaker-than-expected Q3 results Colombia's GDP shrank by 0.3% YOY in Q3 2023. Excluding the pandemic, the last time…Javier Fernando FajardoNovember 27, 2023
A rocky path for Argentina’s new government Latin AmericaThe Lens A rocky path for Argentina’s new government Milei's recent announcement has helped dissipate dollarization fears; however, his proposed fiscal shock will likely…Rodrigo Eyzaguirre MiragliaNovember 27, 2023
Colombia’s tax on sugary beverages and ultra-processed foods Latin AmericaThe Lens Colombia’s tax on sugary beverages and ultra-processed foods In 2022, Colombia passed a reform that establishes taxes on ultra-processed foods and sugary beverages,…Javier Fernando FajardoNovember 16, 2023
Brazil’s tax reform wins approval in the Senate Latin AmericaThe Lens Brazil’s tax reform wins approval in the Senate As the tax reform advances in Congress, it further veers from its original intent—with multiple…Cecília GodoyNovember 16, 2023
Mining protests threaten Panama’s reputation Latin AmericaThe Lens Mining protests threaten Panama’s reputation Massive protests erupted in Panama in recent weeks against a new law that allows the…Sebastian ChecoNovember 16, 2023
Colombia’s elections weaken the Petro administration Latin AmericaThe Lens Colombia’s elections weaken the Petro administration The election results further decrease the so-called “Petro risk” in Colombia, as they limit the…Javier Fernando FajardoNovember 2, 2023
US State Department eases sanctions on Venezuela Latin AmericaThe Lens US State Department eases sanctions on Venezuela Senior officials of the US State Department announced a six-month relief of most sanctions imposed…Jose LamusNovember 2, 2023
Argentina heads to a runoff between Massa and Milei Latin AmericaThe Lens Argentina heads to a runoff between Massa and Milei While the second round appears more competitive than initially anticipated, Milei will likely moderate his…Rodrigo Eyzaguirre MiragliaOctober 26, 2023
Argentina’s macroeconomic outlook remains negative Latin AmericaThe Lens Argentina’s macroeconomic outlook remains negative We maintain our view of further currency devaluation after the presidential election and more severe…Rodrigo Eyzaguirre MiragliaOctober 26, 2023
Daniel Noboa faces a tough path ahead Latin AmericaThe Lens Daniel Noboa faces a tough path ahead With the election of Daniel Noboa, Ecuador selects another center-right president, easing fears of a…Javier Fernando FajardoOctober 19, 2023
Argentina is on the brink of another currency crisis Latin AmericaThe Lens Argentina is on the brink of another currency crisis Given the increasing macroeconomic misalignments, we maintain our view of a further currency devaluation after…Rodrigo Eyzaguirre MiragliaOctober 12, 2023
Brazil’s ability to meet fiscal targets becomes hazy Latin AmericaThe Lens Brazil’s ability to meet fiscal targets becomes hazy For 2024, the main risks continue to be around the under-execution of investment projects and…Cecília GodoyOctober 5, 2023
AMLO’s 2024 federal budget proposal Latin AmericaThe Lens AMLO’s 2024 federal budget proposal While the budget proposal would lift Mexico’s fiscal deficit above the BBB forecast median of…Sebastian ChecoSeptember 28, 2023
Milei continues to lead Argentina’s presidential race Latin AmericaThe Lens Milei continues to lead Argentina’s presidential race While the current economic crisis amplifies support for far-right stances, risky policies could deter private…Rodrigo Eyzaguirre MiragliaSeptember 21, 2023
Claudia Sheinbaum is likely to become Mexico’s next president Latin AmericaThe Lens Claudia Sheinbaum is likely to become Mexico’s next president Marcelo Ebrard's exit from MORENA could alter political dynamics, but he is unlikely to challenge…Sebastian ChecoSeptember 14, 2023