The UN Sees Venezuela Growing 6.5% in 2026 — With 385% Inflation
The UNDP forecasts Venezuela’s 2026 growth near 6.5% with inflation around 385%, a fragile rebound that other forecasters broadly echo.
August 12, 2026Section
Latin America News in English
Latin America news in English from The Rio Times — daily coverage of politics, economy and culture across the region.
US Recalls 29,628 Pounds of Argentine Beef Over a Skipped Inspection
US authorities recalled about 29,628 pounds of Argentine beef sent to Florida and Texas after it entered without the required...
August 12, 2026
Colombia Prepares an Economic Emergency as Earthquake Deaths Climb
Colombia prepares to declare an economic emergency following a deadly earthquake. The death toll climbs past 224 confirmed, with up...
August 12, 2026
Colombia Markets: COLCAP & the Peso — August 12, 2026
Colombia's COLCAP index surged 2.14% and the peso strengthened to 3,139 per dollar as global relief and local fiscal hopes...
August 12, 2026
Argentina Markets: Merval & the Peso — August 12, 2026
The Merval slid 3.19% and the peso firmed 0.49% to 1,491 per dollar as the Milei reform trade cooled and...
August 12, 2026
Chile Markets: IPSA & the Peso — August 12, 2026
Chile's S&P IPSA fell 1.25% on August 11 as copper-price jitters and a mixed retail outlook dragged down Falabella and...
August 12, 2026
Mexico Markets: IPC & the Peso — August 12, 2026
Mexico's S&P/BMV IPC fell 0.84% as traders trimmed risk ahead of US inflation data, while the peso strengthened to 17.10...
August 12, 2026
Peru Raises 2026 Growth Outlook to 3.5%; Minister Cites Possible 4%
Peru’s 2026 growth outlook raised to 3.5% by MEF; Minister Elmer Cuba says possible 4%. Fiscal deficit targets unchanged. Five-year...
August 11, 2026
Mexico Cuts Public-Security Troops 66% and Opens Uruapan Intelligence Center
Mexico cuts public-security troops by 66% while opening Uruapan intelligence center; deployment of 1,557 personnel in Michoacán.
August 11, 2026