As others are blocked, Colombians reach US through Mexico Tens of thousands of Colombians are fleeing one of Latin America’s most populous countries on a migration route that has rarely been used The Independent UK · May 12, 2022
Colombia legalized abortions for the first 24 weeks of pregnancy. A backlash ensued The Constitutional Court issued the ruling in February of this year. It's part of a so-called "green wave" of liberalizing abortion rights in some Latin America countries. And it's led to protests. WEKU · May 10, 2022
What Latin American feminists can teach American women about the abortion fight A leader of Argentina’s Ni Una Menos movement on how to fight back The Guardian - US · May 10, 2022
Pew: Over 6 million Americans — more than previously known — identify as Afro Latino The study shows the complexities of the Afro Latino experience. Axios · May 7, 2022
Adidas Shares Slide As China Lockdown Weighs On Q1 Earnings, FY22 Outlook Adidas AG (OTC:ADDYY) reported first-quarter FY22 sales growth of 0.6% year-on-year to €5.3 billion. Currency-neutral sales declined 3% as supply constraints reduced the top-line by €400 million. Currency-neutral sales across North America rose 13%, EMEA improved 9%, and Latin America jumped 38%. The challenging market environment and COVID-19-related lockdowns in Greater China and… Benzinga · May 6, 2022
As Amazon Struggles, This Latin American E-Commerce Retailer Smashes Q1 Estimates E-commerce giant Amazon, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) reported first-quarter results in April that showed the slowest revenue growth since the dot-com bubble burst in 2001, and issued a weak forecast for the June quarter. Benzinga · May 6, 2022
Why Under Armour Shares Are Plunging Today Under Armour Inc (NYSE:UAA) (NYSE:UA) reported sales growth of 3% year-on-year to $1.30 billion for its transition quarter ended March 31, 2022, missing the consensus of $1.32 billion. As announced earlier, following a three-month transition period (January 1 – March 31, 2022), Under Armour's FY23 will run from April 1, 2022, through March… Benzinga · May 6, 2022
Why Kellogg Shares Are Trading Higher Today Kellogg Company (NYSE:K) reported first-quarter FY22 sales growth of 2.4% year-on-year to $3.67 billion, beating the consensus of $3.59 billion. Adjusted EPS of $1.10 beat the analyst consensus of $0.93. Kellogg North America's sales decreased 1%, Europe climbed 2%, Latin America's sales gained 8%, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa's sales jumped 12%.… Benzinga · May 5, 2022
Latin American feminists vow to protect abortion rights at home after shock US ruling Women’s movements have fought hard to reverse anti-abortion laws in their countries and say it’s not the end for the US The Guardian - US · May 5, 2022
As U.S. may restrict abortion, other nations are easing access Recent legislative activities in countries show the U.S. risks being out of step with the progress that the rest of the world is making in protecting sexual and reproductive rights. WEKU · May 4, 2022
Report: About 6M adults identify as Afro Latino in the US A new report by Pew Research Center says about 6 million adults in the United States identify as Afro Latino, a distinction with deep roots in colonial Latin America The Independent UK · May 3, 2022
Falklands conflict remains ‘open wound’ for Argentina, says ambassador Javier Figueroa said the islands’ sovereignty remains an issue of ‘huge visibility in public opinion and the ruling class’. The Independent UK · May 1, 2022
WEKU · May 1, 2022 Pablo Neruda's question poems, now translated and illustrated for children Neruda's Book of Questions is well known in Latin American literature. A new bilingual, illustrated selection of his poems gives English-speaking children an opportunity to interrogate the world.
Reuters · Apr 29, 2022 Honduras requests development bank membership in search of financing Honduras requested membership of the CAF-Development Bank of Latin America, the organization reported Thursday, as leftist President Xiomara Castro's administration seeks financing to alleviate severe budgetary imbalances left by her predecessor.
Benzinga · Apr 28, 2022 Smith & Nephew Posts Q1 Sales Growth As Elective Procedures Rebound Smith & Nephew PLC (NYSE:SNN) posted Q1 revenue of $1.31 billion, up 3.3% on a reported basis (including -2.6% currency effect) and up 5.9% on an underlying basis. Sports Medicine & ENT revenue up 8.6% underlying. Advanced Wound Management revenue up 8.0% underlying and Orthopedics revenue up 2.6% underlying Established Markets revenue…
Axios · Apr 28, 2022 The decline of Catholicism in Latin America Evangelical faiths, meanwhile, have grown in some countries in the region.
Benzinga · Apr 28, 2022 The Largest Public Harvest Of Medicinal Cannabis In Latin America: What To Know About Cannava, In Argentina By Franca Quarneti, via EL Planteo.
The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2022 Latin American nations ease restrictions as COVID cases drop Plummeting coronavirus infection rates across Latin America have led governments in the region to lift restrictions on mass gatherings, travel requirements and mask mandates that have been in place for two years
Tribune News Service · Apr 27, 2022 Just 46 days in office, Chile’s leftist leader runs into trouble Hailed as the face of a new Latin American left, Chile President Gabriel Boric was not only elected in a landslide, he embraced a constitutional rewrite to turn his nation from a neoliberal mining power into a model of humane green development.
Benzinga · Apr 26, 2022 PepsiCo Q1 Earnings Tops Estimates PepsiCo Inc (NASDAQ:PEP) reported first-quarter FY22 sales growth of 9.3% year-on-year to $16.2 billion, beating the consensus of $15.53 billion. Net revenue from Frito-Lay North America increased 14% Y/Y, Quaker Foods North America rose 11%, and PepsiCo Beverages North America climbed 5.5%. Latin America sales rose 19% Y/Y. The gross profit increased 7.6%…
Benzinga · Apr 26, 2022 Warren Buffett-Backed BYD's Flagship Han EV Sedan Drives Into Brazil: What You Need to Know Warren Buffett-backed Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD Company Limited (OTC: BYDDF) is deepening its presence in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Benzinga · Apr 25, 2022 Whirlpool Shares Volatile Afterhours On Q1 Earnings Miss, Trimming FY22 Outlook Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:WHR) reported a first-quarter sales decline of 8.2% year-over-year to $4.92 billion, missing the consensus of $5.32 billion. Adjusted EPS was $5.31, missing the consensus of $5.36. Whirlpool states it recorded robust sales growth compared to pre-pandemic levels with healthy underlying consumer demand. Sales by region: North America $2.79 billon…