Brazil’s BRB shareholders authorize lawsuits over Banco Master losses
BRB shareholders authorized suing former managers over Banco Master and Reag losses. Learn who's named, the vote details, and what...
August 25, 2026Section
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Brazil Banks Admit Credit Overreach, Owe Mea Culpa
Febraban says Brazil banks overdid credit offers and owe a mea culpa, while the central bank chief blames credit growth,...
August 25, 2026
ExxonMobil Guyana uses AI and trains 60 teachers in STEM
ExxonMobil Guyana announced AI-driven oil exploration findings and a STEM teacher training program for 60 educators in August 2026.
August 25, 2026
Statkraft Chile Fills Los Lagos Reservoir, Eyes 2027 Start
Statkraft Chile filled the Los Lagos reservoir in southern Chile, a key step toward commercial operation in 2027, despite community...
August 25, 2026
Dominican Republic Growth to Outpace Latin America, ECLAC Says
ECLAC sees Dominican Republic growth of 4.0% in 2026 and 4.4% in 2027, well above the 2.2% regional average for...
August 25, 2026
Honduras Energy Reform Faces 15-Day Deadline in Congress
Honduras energy reform stalled at third debate; Congress seeks consensus in 15 days to break impasse and restructure ENEE.
August 25, 2026
IDB and Japan Expand Latin America Financing to US$14 Billion
The IDB and Japan announced on 24 August 2026 an expanded partnership with US$14 billion in financing potential for Latin...
August 25, 2026
Petropar Enters Paraguay’s Aviation Fuel Market With Five Plants
Petropar launched Jet A-1 and AVGAS sales on 24 August 2026, planning five plants via a public-private partnership with no...
August 25, 2026
Paraguay doctors strike over collapsed health system
Paraguay doctors strike began 24 August 2026 for five days, demanding pay raises and more hiring amid a collapsing public...
August 25, 2026