Prospects 2018

Latin America / Caribbean

Economies regionwide look set for slow but steady growth; the political arena may be more turbulent

The presidential election is highly unpredictable and prospects for reform limited, while growth will pick up modestly

Economic turmoil will worsen, but international sanctions are paradoxically bolstering the inept government

President Mauricio Macri will aim to capitalise on a good mid-term election result to lay the groundwork for re-election

The upcoming election year highlights the gulf between Pena Nieto’s policy successes and failures

Most of the region looks set for modest growth, but socio-political challenges will drive public anger in many countries