Juan Martinez
Juan Martinez is a Chilean economist and journalist. He lives in South Florida and specializes in reporting on Latin America.
Chile Central Bank Trims Interest Rate to 6.5%
Yesterday, the Central Bank of Chile made a unanimous move to trim the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) from 7.25% down to 6.5%.
This step reflects...
Support for Uruguay’s Leader Holds Strong
In Uruguay, President Luis Lacalle Pou enjoys a solid approval rate of 46%, a survey by Cifra shows.
This figure marks a slight increase from...
Panama Set for Tourist Boom in 2024
Panama stands on the brink of a historic achievement, poised to welcome an estimated 2.9 million international guests by year's end.
This forecast shatters previous...
Gunmen Attack Haiti National Palace, Panama Shuts Down Embassy
On April 1st, Port-au-Prince witnessed severe violence with armed attacks near the National Palace, injuring five police officers.
Gunmen also set a guard vehicle on...
Mexico Experiences Economic Slowdown in Early 2024
In early 2024, Mexico's economy began to slow down, with less activity in industries, trade, and services.
This change was highlighted by the Mexican Institute...
Uruguay Sees Slight Export Decline in Early 2024
In early 2024, Uruguay's export sector faced a modest setback, with a 2% decrease in goods exports, totaling $2.757 billion.
This downturn was particularly noticeable...
Tragic End for Mayoral Candidate in Guanajuato, Mexico
In Celaya, a city within Mexico's central state of Guanajuato, mayoral candidate Gisela Gaytán suffered a fatal gun attack this Monday, leaving the community...
Peru’s Leadership Shake-Up: A New Direction Before Congress’s Verdict
On Monday night, Peru's President Dina Boluarte took decisive action, updating the leadership across six vital ministries.
This overhaul happened just three days before Prime...
Chile’s Economy Marks Strongest Growth in Two Years
Chile's economy is showcasing signs of robust growth, with a notable 4.5% increase in February, the highest in almost two years.
This resurgence is a...
Unexpected Inflation Growth Challenges Peru’s Monetary Policy
In March, Peru saw an unexpected inflation surge, with Lima's consumer prices rising 3.05% year-on-year, above economists' 2.8% estimate.
This increase exceeded all forecasts, with...
Job Crisis Hits Colombia’s Construction Sector
Colombia faces a construction sector crisis, losing 50,000 jobs from February 2023 to 2024, the most significant drop in the industry.
This downturn has sparked...
Diplomatic Healing: Petro and Milei Resolve Crisis
In a surprising turn of events, Colombia's President Gustavo Petro and Argentina's President Javier Milei have smoothed over their previously tense relationship.
Initially, Petro criticized...
Ecuador Faces New Wave of Violence
Ecuador is experiencing a surge in violence, with eight people killed in Guayaquil, a city in the southwest, last Saturday.
This event is part of...
Political Crisis Deepens in Peru with President’s Impeachment Motion
Peru's President Dina Boluarte strongly objected to a police raid on her residence in Lima, labeling the action as "disproportionate" and "abusive."
She insisted on...