Latin America
China slowdown looms over global GDP growth
The global outlook is worsening; China’s slowdown and the success of European and US rate rises are key uncertainties
InternationalStruggle over Yasuni/ITT will continue in Ecuador
Financial and political interests will continue to hinder efforts to see production at the ITT oil fields shut down
EcuadorEl Nino farming stress will have wide economic impacts
Weather disruption from this El Nino event will tighten commodity markets and possibly global financial conditions
InternationalCarbon capture and storage will surge in the 2030s
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is gaining momentum as a key approach to reducing carbon dioxide emissions
InternationalMexico budget could bolster Morena election hopes
With an eye on securing re-election next year, the government has loosened its fiscal stance for the first time
MexicoCosta Rica’s economy looks strong despite challenges
Costa Rica’s growth has demonstrated remarkable resilience, underscored by a notable downward trend in inflation
Costa RicaDebt programmes may help boost Brazilian consumption
The government has launched two initiatives to help reduce soaring household debt
BrazilNew Mexican state airline will be revitalised
The government has bought a defunct Mexican institution, promising to give it a new lease of life
Mexico
