Latin America
Instability will rise ahead of Argentine elections
The October 22 elections will take place in a context of mounting political and economic uncertainty
ArgentinaWeaker demand to test automakers amid industry change
Automotive output and sales are growing solidly but the outlook is weakening and the long-run challenges are large
InternationalBolivia’s gas sector faces major struggles
Bolivia’s gas exports rely on two major buyers, both of which intend to develop domestic supplies
BoliviaVenezuela sanctions leave political and economic woes
The White House is rumoured to be drafting plans for sanctions easing if Venezuela guarantees fair elections in 2024
VenezuelaSecond-half economic recovery will be muted in Peru
The economy contracted by 0.5% year-on-year in the first half of 2023
PeruMarine fuel fraud will resist preventive remedies
The shipping industry could be losing USD7bn per year from fraud and ‘off-specification’ fuel oil
InternationalOil boom will bring emerging risks in Guyana
GDP is expected to expand by 37% this year on the back of rising oil production and revenues
GuyanaDrought poses enduring challenges in Central America
Central America’s Dry Corridor is known for its lack of rain, but conditions are worsening markedly
Central America
