Latin America
AI will transform supply chains
Companies across sectors are integrating ever-improving AI into their supply chains
InternationalWTO now a forum for talks, not unanimous dealmaking
The WTO’s standing is under threat amid the dispute settlement function suspension and low appetite for trade deals
InternationalMexico’s budgetary pressures will keep growing
Fiscal pressures will probably mount further as AMLO seeks to conclude flagship projects before he leaves office
MexicoMarket concentration will remain high in Latin America
Efforts to increase competition and thus boost sluggish growth face a range of obstacles
Latin AmericaChina trade deal has pros and cons for Ecuador
An Ecuador-China free trade agreement has come into effect and could have a profound impact on numerous areas
EcuadorBrazil floods will become more common and costly
The southern state of Rio Grande do Sul is facing the worst flooding event in recent history
BrazilNicaragua mining expansion will have serious impacts
Concerns about indigenous rights and the environment are not deterring the expansion of mining in Nicaragua
NicaraguaMexico candidates’ economic plans are overly ambitious
The economic platforms of all Mexico’s presidential candidates are highly questionable
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