The richest people in Latin America
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.
While firms in industries related to massive consumption and commodities will generally have a favorable performance, those in activities, such as telecoms and oil production will probably underperform. Important downside risks to our projections prevail.
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.
LAN, TAM, Avianca, American Ailines and Delta Air Lines win reader survey from Latin Trade magazine.
The merger of Latin America’s top airlines is shaking up the region’s aviation sector.
Latin Business Chronicle asks leading business executives about Brazil’s key challenges in 2011.
Brazil dominates the ranking of Latin America's Top Transport Companies.
Chilean airline LAN sets a new record in revenues and profits. And its outlook remains bright.
Key appointments and promotions in Latin American business and technology.
Chilean airline LAN has become a regional success story thanks to owner management, aggressive expansion and significant cargo operations.
Local and multinational companies report another exceptional quarter in Latin America.
