Economics & Finance
In Urzúa’s Resignation, AMLO Gets a Wakeup Call
Carlos Urzúa’s decision to step down as finance minister was a warning – will AMLO listen?
The Bolsonaros Try to Behave (Kind of. For Now.)
With a recession looming and whispers of impeachment growing, Brazil’s president tries a slightly less confrontational approach.
AMLO’s False Sense of Austerity
The Mexican government’s savings plans could come at the cost of people they’re trying to help.
Colombia’s Finances Are Strained. Is Privatization the Next Step?
Venezuelan migration has placed additional pressure on President Iván Duque’s economic team.
How Latin America Is Holding Back Its Own Growth
The region can be much more strategic and effective in its infrastructure investments.
It’s Groundhog Day in Argentina
What explains the endless cycle of recession and crisis? A leading economist offers a less traditional diagnosis – and suggests remedies.
How to Stop Venezuela’s Hyperinflation? Brazil Offers an Idea.
The 1994 “Real Plan” stopped 2,500% inflation, thanks to an ingenious tool that Maduro’s eventual successors may want to replicate.
Cuba Wants Business. Trump Is Making That Harder.
Trump’s waiver of Title III is partial – for now. The uncertainty could hurt both U.S. and Cuban interests.
The Pemex Downgrade Was a Warning. Is AMLO Listening?
Mexico’s president has so far governed as if by fiat. If he doesn’t heed market warnings, he may be in for a rude awakening.
Brazil’s New Economic Agenda Is About More Than Pension Reform
The country needs urgent reforms, but the new leadership in Congress suggests change may take time.
Why Brazil Must Build a (Fiscal) Wall
Without reforms, financial markets’ optimism may crumble – and bring the house down.
