Latin America
Ecuador’s 2024 budget will prompt mixed reactions
Following a surge in criminal violence at the start of the year, Ecuador’s 2024 budget is dominated by security concerns
EcuadorHonduras drug scandals will raise pressure on Castro
The president’s predecessor looks set to spend the rest of his life in a US prison
HondurasIron ore is set to face a supply surplus from 2025/26
Iron ore -- the best industrial commodity performer in 2023 -- will be well supported by fundamentals this year
InternationalArgentina spending cuts prompt international concerns
The IMF yesterday expressed concern over the social cost of austerity measures, while Nobel winners fear for science
ArgentinaGender policies will raise high expectations in Mexico
As Mexico marks International Women’s Day, presidential candidates are highlighting policies aimed at women
MexicoRising sugar and meat prices offset grain and oil fall
The global food price index continued to fall overall but remains far above 2015-18 levels
InternationalNew report underlines AI's environmental cost
A group of notable climate change-focused organisations have warned of the rising cost of AI technology
InternationalHenry’s position looks increasingly untenable in Haiti
Haiti’s most infamous gang leader is determined to force Henry’s resignation, and looks likely to succeed
Haiti
