COLOMBIA: The problem of jobless growth
In 2019, Colombia had the fastest growth rate (3.3%) out of the six leading Latin American economies (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Peru). Even with downward adjustments to the 2020 outlook already underway amid the COVID-19 outbreak, Colombia is on track to perform relativel… Become a member to read the rest of this article Username […]
COLOMBIA: Cabinet reset may ease congressional strains but protests to resume
On 7 February, President Ivan Duque finally ended weeks of speculation with the announcement of a partial cabinet reshuffle. Three portfolios – Health, Labor, and Agriculture – have new ministers, while a change at Interior was announced at the end of January. Takeaways and impli… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
LATAM PULSE
This week, Argentina sees another week of debt-related discussions – probably without much in the way of specifics materializing; also this week, January’s inflation data will be published. Venezuela could face more US sanctions, while Colombia will confirm its final figure for 2… Become a member to read the rest of this article
LATAM PULSE
This week is likely to see the climax of a mini-debt drama in Argentina even as the national debt question remains pending. In Colombia, long-rumored cabinet changes could finally materialize, while in Venezuela, the possible return of opposition leader Juan Guaido could set off … Become a member to read the rest of this article
LATAM PULSE
This week, Argentina’s creditors will be hoping for greater clarity on the new government’s economic and debt plans. Counting votes from yesterday’s congressional elections in Peru should conclude, with a more fragmented legislature in prospect. In Chile, major reforms need to ad… Become a member to read the rest of this article
LATAM PULSE
This week the domestic agenda will preoccupy President Ivan Duque in Colombia even after his successful bolstering of bilateral ties with the US. In Argentina, a sub-sovereign bond issue rears its head, while the government hopes to head off oil and gas sector problems. Chile’s g… Become a member to read the rest of this article