Prospects 2016

Latin America / Caribbean

Corruption probes and poor economic prospects are undermining the fourth-quarter outlook

An uncertain political panorama will make economic policy-making difficult regardless of the new president's preferences

There is little relief in sight on either the political or economic fronts, although recession could ease late in 2016

Political stability does not appear to be at serious risk, despite re-election issues and a modest economic outlook

The lacklustre growth outlook will drag down the government's approval, though the opposition will fare no better

While economic prospects are fairly hopeful, existing security and crime problems will continue to plague the region

Political and economic turmoil are set to worsen, with a recall referendum and new presidential election likely