Vaca Muerta Now Funds a Third of Neuquén Wages as Lithium Wins US$700 Million IDB Invest Backing
Vaca Muerta now pays 35.7 percent of Neuquén private wages, the province is Argentina third-largest exporter, and IDB Invest backs...
September 1, 2026Section
Economy
Colombia Earthquake Insurance Payouts Quadruple as Damage Estimate Doubles
Colombia earthquake insurers paid four times more in week three as claims hit 66,370; Netflix and the Voces por la...
September 1, 2026
Paraguay IMF Review: Growth Holds at 4.4%, Deficit Widens
The Paraguay IMF review projects 4.4% growth in 2026, a 3.5% deficit to clear arrears, a record-low risk premium and...
September 1, 2026
Argentina Farm Exports Hit US$2.75 Billion in August, Up 51 Percent on Corn Surge
Argentina farm exporters settled US.75 billion in August, up 51 percent year on year, driven by corn sales. The 2026...
September 1, 2026
Guyana’s Housing Foundation Aid Nears GY$1 Billion (US$4.8 Million)
Guyana has disbursed close to GY$1 billion (US$4.8 million) in foundation assistance for house lot owners, tied to a 40,000-home...
September 1, 2026
Argentina Markets Close Worst August Since February as Merval Sinks and Country Risk Jumps
Argentina closed its worst market month since February: Merval down 7.8 percent, country risk up 19 percent to 512 points,...
September 1, 2026
Colombia Vehicle Registrations Jump 42.1% in 2026 as Buyers Return
Colombia vehicle registrations rose 42.1% through August 2026 to 213,377 units; the Tesla Model Y leads sales and electrics grew...
September 1, 2026
Mexico Water Crisis Could Cost Up to 5% of GDP, Experts Warn
Mexico water crisis could hit 4-5% of GDP, the CCA warns. Investment is far below the US$20.5 billion a year...
September 1, 2026
Argentina Passes Central Bank Reform in Lower House as Milei Courts Governors for Senate
Argentina lower house approved Milei central bank reform 144-102, banning monetary financing of the Treasury. The Senate fight now runs...
September 1, 2026