Brazil registered the largest decline in this year’s survey following a year of flat economic growth.

IMF report predicts modest growth, and urges the region’s economies to lay the groundwork for long-term, sustainable development.

Remittances were largely flat year-over-year in 2012 due to a sluggish Spanish economy.

Haiti, Venezuela, and Honduras top our index for the second year as the most dangerous countries in the Americas.

Brazilian telecoms saw declines or modest growth in the latest LBC Latin Wireless Index; Mexico’s América Móvil and Chile’s Entel lead for largest revenues and percentage growth, respectively.

Albeit the cooling-off of Latin America's GDP growth in 2012, the region gained dynamism as destination for products sourced from the beleaguered euro-zone. According to Eurostat figures,

The total number and fortune of Latin American billionaires increased substantially in 2012 compared to 2011. The exclusive club of the billionaires grew by 34 names to 98 last year from 64 in 2011.

Most of the acquired companies were in Brazil, Mexico and Chile. Most of the acquirers were in Brazil, the US and -- surprisingly -- in Colombia. Trends and data drawn from the Latin Business Chronicle 2012 Latin America’s top 100 M&A ranking.

Students with limited access to education in Latin America sometimes fail to develop cognitive skills needed for success. Latin Education Index shows how Guatemala and Haiti lag in this area.

The reasons behind the Chilean economic success. An exclusive interview with Minister of Finance, Felipe Larraín

The index fell 2.1 percent from 3Q11. Nevertheless Bimbo increased its revenue by 40 percent, Cencosud by 30 percent and Femsa by 23 percent. The fastest growing companies relied on their domestic markets and not on international markets.

From Petrobras to Comgas, a who's who in the oil and gas industry and in the electricity business

The distance between retail giants Wal-Mart and CBD narrows

Brazil ranked for the second consecutive year, as the least globalized country in the region. Venezuela and Colombia are also at the bottom of the list. Panama, Nicaragua, Honduras and Chile are the most connected to global trade flows.

Colombian pension funds gain speed. Eleven out of the top 15 funds decreased their assets under management. The number of affiliates to the pension system increased to 74.4 million. There are 60 Brazilian funds among the top 100. Mexican Principal, a growth champion.

The results of the Latin Business Chronicle Labor Index show a reduction in labor market attractiveness. Guatemala and Honduras hit by wage increases. Brazil and Chile show noteworthy setbacks. Ecuador is the champion on this classification.

More than $31.6 billion in 20 major infrastructure bids which are open in 7 countries, are listed in the new Latin Business Chronicle Infrastructure Guide. Descriptions, deadlines and contacts for each bid.

Latin Business Chronicle ranks the most influential women in the Latin American business world of 2012. They include chief executives, board members, company advisers, and creators of some of the region’s most important economic trends.

Mining and construction companies in Latin America have increased their sales, net revenues and profitability more than other firms in the last three years. See the complete list of best companies from Shougang to Corporacion San Luis.

Which Latin American countries are best and which are worst when it comes to infrastructure?

The first Latin Education Index shows the best and worst countries.

PC, Internet and broadband penetration jump in Panama, already the region's wireless leader.

Mexico improved its tax environment the most, while Ecuador deteriorated most.

Chile and Panama are best for business, while Venezuela is worst. How do the other countries rank?

Panama has Latin America’s highest percent of FDI, while Venezuela has the lowest.

The merger of Latin America’s top airlines is shaking up the region’s aviation sector.

The Pinera Administration is moving fast to introduce the necessary reforms that will make Chile into a stronger economy.

Labor issues are a key challenge in Latin America. What countries are best and worst when it comes to labor environment?

The integrated stock exchange of Chile, Colombia and Peru is larger than Mexico's.

Chile's successful mining rescue reflects its tradition of strong leadership, commitment to mining and sense of nationalism.

The unprecedented merger of Chile’s LAN and Brazil’s TAM transforms Latin American aviation.

Latin America’s 100 best companies measured by growth and profit margins.

Brazil has Latin America's worst tax environment while Chile has the best, the Latin Tax Index shows.

Chile, Dominican Republic and Peru advance, while Ecuador and Venezuela fall on the FDI-GDP ranking.

Chilean call centers are losing customers and jobs to less expensive Peru and Colombia.

President Piñera's earthquake reconstruction plans are causing controversy among Chilean companies.

Chile, the top Latin American investor in GDP terms, last year set a new record in its foreign direct investment.

Latin Business Chronicle takes a closer look at the new cabinet of Chilean President Sebastian Piñera.

President Sebastian Piñera will have to solve urgent issues like homelessness among quake victims before his economic plans.

Chile replaces Mexico as Latin America's wealthiest country in GDP per capita terms.

Major office towers, along with other development, is helping boost commercial real estate in Santiago.

Only Panama boosts exports, while Central America fares better than expected. Venezuela and Ecuador lose most in exports.

Chile remains the star of Latin America when it comes to business climate, but it also faces several growing challenges.

Genshare's new center in Chile will boost the country's credibility as an IT center and improve competitiveness, experts say.

Latin American retailers possess advantages over banks such as better penetration and more knowledge about clients.

Argentina will see the strongest growth the next two years, while Chile will have the weakest performance.

Brazil and Chile are starting to see increased demand and Colombia is expected to become a key market.

The value of Latin America's mergers and acquisitions grew strongly last year thanks to a doubling in Brazil.

A small Chilean technology company aims to use its ground-breaking partnership with Google to expand throughout the region.

Chile’s Codelco, the world's largest copper producer, hopes increased production will help offset falling prices.

Chilean carrier LAN continues to grow despite a challenging environment. Is Colombia next for the successful airline?

Chile and CAFTA remain most competitive, while Paraguay and ALBA continue to be the least competitive.

Helping expand MBA education while fostering growing business with South America.

Venezuela will replace Chile as Latin America's GDP per capita champion and Argentina as the region's third-largest economy.

A political consensus on free-market policies sets Chile apart and has secured its success in Latin America.

Brazil and energy dominate the ranking of Latin America's top 500 companies.

Chile and Peru are the most competitive economies in Latin America, while Venezuela and Argentina remain the least competitive.

Chile is best and Venezuela worst in Latin America when it comes to overall business climate.

Germany's trade with Latin America is setting new records, led by strong growth with Brazil and Argentina.

India's trade with Latin America is growing, as are investments by Indian companies.

China's trade with, and investments in, Latin America are growing significantly and expected to continue doing so in the future as well.

A closer look at Parque Arauco, the successful Chilean shopping mall developer expanding into Colombia and Peru.

Caterpillar boosts sales in Latin America, in large part thanks to the commodity boom. And prospects are bright for continued strong growth.

An in-depth report on the fast-growing wireless market in Latin America. Both operators and handset vendors are gaining strongly.

Brazil replaces Venezuela as second-largest U.S. trade partner in Latin America, while Colombia passes Chile in U.S. trade.

Key appointments and promotions in Latin American business and technology.

Chilean airline LAN sets a new record in revenues and profits. And its outlook remains bright.

FDI doubles in Brazil, Mexico and Chile and declines in Argentina and Venezuela.

When it comes to ease of paying taxes, Chile is best and Venezuela worst.

Santiago real estate sector is growing, but demand from local and foreign companies is far larger than supply.

Chile’s energy sector faces a dangerous level of insecurity, inefficiency and lack of sustainability - but there's no magical solution.

Which Latin American countries are winning the fight against inflation? Which are losing it? Our analysis shows some surprising results.

If Latin America is doing so well, why can’t it compete? A closer look at the reasons - and solutions.

Brazil and Mexico disagree with IMF's latest projections for GDP growth this and next year.

Peter Cardinal, executive vice president for Latin America for Scotiabank, talks to Latin Business Chronicle about his career and doing business in Latin America.

Scotiabank continues its Latin America expansion. Three experts analyze the bank's future strategy in the region.

Brazil and Mexico improve, as do all trade groups. But Venezuela worsens again, reaching record levels of corruption.

Aggressive expansion and low churn rates boost revenues and profits for NII in Latin America.

Mexico, Chile and Peru are among the key winners, while most of CAFTA are among the losers in export growth.

Skanska boosts revenues and income in Latin America helped by strong demand in Brazil.

Argentina sees the strongest advertising growth, but Mexico and Brazil also do well.

A solid quarter in Latin America helped offset weak results in the United States for Caterpillar.

Canada's prime minister Stephen Harper on the benefits of free trade as the Canada-Chile FTA celebrates its 10th anniversary.

Peru replaces Venezuela as third-largest trade partner in Latin America. Overall Canada trade with the region grew as well.

Chile’s macroeconomic conditions are sound, but there seems to be a political power vacuum in Santiago.

Chile replaces Mexico as the second-largest Latin American exporter to the European Union, while Italy replaces the Netherlands as the third-largest EU partner for Latin America.

Best for doing business: Chile, Mexico and Uruguay. Worst: Haiti, Bolivia and Nicaragua.

Chile and Brazil are the most attractive in Latin America for private infrastructure investment, while the Dominican Republic and Bolivia are the worst.

Chile, the world's second-largest salmon exporter, posted another strong year.

Banco Santander Chile, Latin America's highest rated company, is setting new records. And its outlook is even better.

Santos and Valparaiso grow most, while Colon and San Antonio see the strongest declines.

Chilean CFO's best paid in Latin America, but Brazilian HR directors second-best paid worldwide.

Chile's copper boom continues, but mining companies are also facing several key challenges.

Mexico will likely replace Chile as Latin America's richest country next year.

Chilean airline LAN has become a regional success story thanks to owner management, aggressive expansion and significant cargo operations.

Goldman Sachs gets a State Department award for its Chile project, but criticism from free-market advocates.

Mexico is slightly better than Brazil, but Mercosur beats the Andean Community and CAFTA. But which country is best? And worst?

Friedman influenced Chilean economics, Latin American inflation and a generation of business and government leaders.

Chile Most Competitive

Chile has passed Mexico as Latin America's top GDP per capita nation and Colombia as the region's fifth-largest economy.

Mexico is among the countries worldwide with most business-friendly reforms, while Venezuela is among the worst.

Executive Vice President, Senior Partner and Managing Director for Fleishman-Hillard Miami/Latin America.

U.S. trade with Latin America is growing strongly, led by Mexico and Chile. Venezuela is now the second-largest U.S. partner.

Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador should concede defeat, while unions in Chile and Mexico should stop striking.

Chile is the best place for business in Latin America and Haiti the worst. Mexico comes right behind Chile, while Brazil only ranks sixth, the Latin Business Index shows.

Colombia has become more competitive the past year, while Brazil, Mexico and most of Latin America less so. However, Chile still remains the most competitive in the region.

With the expected victory of Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador in Mexico next year, Latin America will take another turn to the left.

Venezuela has the least-free economy in Latin America, while Chile and Costa Rica have the freest, according to the latest ranking of economic freedom worldwide by the Cato Institute.

Thanks to macro economic improvements, growing remittances and increased social spending, poverty in Latin America has been significantly reduced, a fresh report shows.

As Chile reaches a free trade agreement with the European Union and is close to one with the United States, it continues to head up almost every business ranking in Latin America.

As copper prices reach record levels, the debate about privatizing Chile's state copper producer Codelco continues.

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