2013 Revenue Forecast for the Top Companies in Latin America
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.
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.
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.
The 3Q12 results of the Latin MNC Index from Latin Business Chronicle
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.
French retailer Casino and Finnish wireless producer Nokia gain most among multinationals in Latin America.
Promotions and rewards programs fuel card lending in Latin America.
Peru's retail sector is booming -- spurred by a growing economy and under-penetration.
Walmart, Pemex and Femsa are the top employers in Latin America.
Latin America was the best-performing market for Carrefour last year, with good growth in Brazil, Argentina and Colombia.
Latin American retailers possess advantages over banks such as better penetration and more knowledge about clients.
Strong Latin America sales growth helps offset European declines at Carrefour.
Development of shopping centers continues in Brazil, Colombia and Peru despite the crisis.
A youthful age structure and urban migration is helping to shape future consumption in Guatemala.
The 100 most powerful men and women in Latin American business.
The current recession represents an opportunity for Wal-Mart in Latin America, experts say.
Wal-Mart sets a new record in Mexico, boosting sales six times more than the country's GDP growth.
As the U.S. economy slows down, Latin America is providing an increasingly vital sales boost for U.S. and European multinationals.
