Peru
Humala election may embolden Peruvian social protests
The arrival of Ollanta Humala to the presidency on July 28 owes much to public dissatisfaction...
PeruMarkets watch Humala's early moves in Peru closely
The benchmark Lima General Index yesterday increased 4.6%, the largest one-day gain since June 7,...
PeruPeruvian central bank announcement reassures markets
Humala yesterday announced that Velarde would remain in post for a further five years.
PeruAndean drug production diversifies
Annual figures from the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) recently were published, updating...
Latin AmericaUncertainty delays Peruvian investment decisions
The central bank yesterday held its benchmark overnight interest rates at 4.25% for a second...
PeruHumala visit cements Peru-US ties
Humala, who takes office on July 28, yesterday visited Washington, meeting US Secretary of State...
PeruGrowth does not spell happiness in Latin America
A survey of happiness rates in six South American countries -- Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador,...
Latin AmericaFTAs proliferate, but offer little global benefit
The FTA between the EU and South Korea came into effect today.
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