Latin Business Chronicle interviewed Carlos Raúl Yepes, Bancolombia’s CEO. The bank will not venture outside Central America and the northern tip of South America, but it will continue to look for opportunities in banking and other financial services.
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.
Latin America is one of the most dynamic regions for mobile money.
Dominican President, Mexican Central Bank Governor and Chilean Minister among 2011 Bravo winners.
Why Agustin Carstens should have been chosen as the IMF’s managing director.
Latin Business Chronicle selects the 50 top women in Latin American business.
Promotions and rewards programs fuel card lending in Latin America.
Spanish banks are leveraging Latin America's growing ties with China.
Foreign companies report strong growth during Alvaro Uribe's tenure as Colombia's president.
Are Brazil’s banks gearing up for a shopping spree in neighboring Argentina?
Strong growth in Chile and Venezuela helps offset declines in Mexico for BBVA.
But Deutsche Bank and PricewaterhouseCoopers grow most in announced and completed M&A's in Latin America.
Succesful veteran Eduardo Solorzano takes over Walmart Latin America.
Latin American retailers possess advantages over banks such as better penetration and more knowledge about clients.
Are any financial companies in Latin America 'Too Big to Fail'? Three experts share their insights.
Will correspondent banking increase financial access in Mexico? Three experts share their predictions.
Brazilians are increasingly turning to plastic in lieu of cash. Three experts share their outlook on the country's card market.
Scotiabank is cautiously optimistic about its operations in Latin America despite this year’s challenges.
In a welcome reversal, Brazil’s banks are strengthening the country's economy despite the downturn.
Costa Rica's economy slows down, but free trade pacts with the United States and China should help future growth.
Panama’s economy will be among the fastest-growing in Latin America this year despite the global crisis.
Are Colombia's banks better positioned than others to face the global crisis? Four experts share their insights.
Colombia’s largest bank Bancolombia is facing the economic slowdown with a boost in profits, assets and deposits.
The IDB annual meeting will take place in a city that has become a global model for positive urban change.
Colombia's business hub Medellin prepares to make history with the Inter-American Development Bank's annual assembly.
Latin America remains fertile ground for Ponzi schemes, experts warn.
How will the Madoff losses affect Banco Santander's business in Latin America? Three experts share their insights.
Credit Suisse replaces Citibank as the top financial advisor in Latin American mergers an acquisitions.
Millions of US dollars.
In three to five years, five banking giants will control 85 percent of the Brazilian market.
What does the Itau-Unibanco merger mean for Brazil's banking system? Three experts share their insights.
The nationalization of Banco de Venezuela will create poorer standards, greater inefficiency and declining profitability.
The nationalization of Banco de Venezuela will deter foreign investors even more, but will likely be followed by more similar actions.
Brazil reaches investment grade earlier than expected. Meanwhile, FDI is setting new records. Brazil's boom appears without end.
Latin America again outperforms global sales for multinationals, first quarter results show.
Citi remains the top financial M&A advisor in Latin America, but is seeing falling business. Banco Itau is growing.
Brazil’s economy is booming and has a bright outlook. A special report on the key benefits and challenges of doing business in Brazil.
Millions of US dollars.
A strong performance in Latin America helps offset Citi's declines in the United States. An in-depth look at the bank's LatAm operations and outlook.
Itau remains Latin America's top leasing company, but Banco Saenz grew most. Brazil is the top market and one of the fastest-growing ones.
Two experts on what is driving M&A activity in Brazil this year and what kinds of reforms are needed to spur additional growth.
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.
Banco Azteca has good potential as it enters the profitable Brazilian market, experts say.
A closer look at the outlook of Brazilian card processor Redecard following its successful IPO.
Wal-Mart will provide competition for Mexico's banks by following its successful strategy of undercutting rivals' prices.
Banco Santander Chile, Latin America's highest rated company, is setting new records. And its outlook is even better.
The number of Latin American merger and acquisition deals - and their value - grow significantly.
Citigroup expands its Central American presence through acquiring a regional bank and credit card leader.
Scotiabank is growing strongly in Latin America thanks to both acquisitions and organic growth. And it expects further growth in the future as well.
