The Latest Breaking News from Latin America

His interference in the region has been aided by the collapse of the leftist forces that once pushed back against US imperialism, says Jordana Timerman, a journalist based in Buenos Aires

South America is expected to lead in 2025, with growth of 2.9%, supported by recoveries in Argentina, Bolivia and Ecuador after contractions last year, ECLAC reveals

Dec. 12-18, 2025

From the US to Hungary to Argentina, rightwing leaders are praising José Antonio Kast’s win in Chile’s presidential race

FirstCash Holdings (FCFS) operates over 3,000 pawnshops and provides POS payment solutions across the U.S., Latin America, and the U.K. FCFS exhibits strong technical momentum, with a 100% “Buy” Barchart opinion. Shares are up more than 50% in the past year. Analyst sentiment is bullish with multiple “Strong Buy” ratings....

New offshore projects in Brazil and Guyana shift global supply dynamics as output growth outpaces expected demand

Activities such as illegal mining, human trafficking and extortion have allowed organized crime to extend its reach over institutions, territory and entire communities, experts say.

he new policy framework signals Beijing's intention to expand that role, saying it aims to "promote stable industrial and supply chains" and support Latin American countries

Informality continues to dominate labor markets in the region, affecting 46.7 percent of all workers—nearly one in two people employed