South America’s powerhouse spreads faith in growth

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OVERVIEW Latin America’s development strategy is focused on increasing public and private investment to boost its international competitiveness, as Joe McGrath reports Recent economic data on South America may have spooked investors easily distracted by the short-term noise disrupting an... Read more

Latin giants set to surprise doubters

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ECONOMIC LANDSCAPE As the world is gripped by economic crisis, Latin America could be a long-term haven for investors who can benefit from favourable exchange rates, writes Joe McGrath With analysts’ forecasts for South America’s economic expansion being trimmed back... Read more

Mastering rules, regulations and taxes will pay off

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BUSINESS Red tape and taxes could be discouraging, but as Charles Orton-Jones discovers, these are obstacles which can be overcome South America is a wonderful place to do business. But before you leap on a flight, it is worth assessing... Read more

Big four lead Latin American economic surge

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REGIONAL GROWTH Latin America’s transformation over the past ten years is well documented, but four major economies in particular have had a significant influence on the rapid growth in the region. Brazil, Mexico, Colombia and Chile have been responsible for... Read more

Middle class on the march

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DEMOGRAPHICS Latin American countries have seen the demographic cross-section of their populations change dramatically over the past decade and, while the pace of change may have slowed a little, few expect the trend to end, writes Joe McGrath A rise... Read more

Bonanza could fuel future

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OIL AND GAS Large oil and gas reserves could ensure prosperity and South America’s place at the top table of global producers, writes Rob Langston Venezuela lays claim to the largest proven oil reserves in the world. President Hugo Chavez... Read more