Latin America Publications
Below is a list of our Latin America Publications for the last 6 months. If you are looking for reports older than 6 months please email info@pantheonmacro.com, or contact your account rep
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Ian Shepherdson (Chief Economist, Chairman and Founder) Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)
- Brazil’s industrial output inches up in August, highlighting ongoing economic challenges.
- Moody’s upgrades Brazil’s credit rating, boosting confidence in economic reforms.
- Peru’s inflation rate drops to 1.8%, paving the way for further interest rate cuts.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- In one line: A modest recovery but downside risks persist.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- Colombia’s BanRep cut interest rates again, signalling continued easing amid falling inflation.
- The Board adopted a more dovish stance, paving the way for an accelerated normalisation, if needed.
- Chile’s IMACEC index is sending mixed signals;mining shows signs of life but services struggle.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- In one line: The 50bp pace of rate cuts continues amid mixed economic signals and a cautious inflation outlook.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
LATIN AMERICAN CENTRAL BANKS TACKLE INFLATION…
- …AND GROWTH CHALLENGES, AMID GLOBAL PRESSURES
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- Brazil’s unemployment rate drops to record low, indicating tight labour market conditions….
- …But economic indicators suggest potential job market slowdown as tight financial conditions bite.
- Chile’s August economic data was strong, yet leading indicators signal caution for future growth.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- In one line: Resilient at the headline level, for now.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- In one line: The door has been left open for further easing.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- Banxico has cut interest rates as expected, and maintains a dovish stance amid economic weakness.
- Declining inflation, struggling economic activity and the Fed’s easing will allow further rate cuts.
- Argentina’s radical reforms drive a modest recovery, yet significant challenges remain.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- In one line: Resuming the downtrend, despite significant threats.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- Inflation has been slowing rapidly in September, reinforcing our expectations for a stable Selic rate.
- Underlying pressures are still under control, and we expect the picture to remain benign in Q4.
- The current account deficit is widening amid falling exports, resilient imports and fiscal concerns.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- In one line: The downtrend continues as non-core pressures ease.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- Mexico’s inflation decline paves the way for Banxico to cut rates at tomorrow’s meeting.
- Weak economic growth is pressuring policymakers to ease further, but political noise will remain a risk.
- Brazil’s COPOM minutes signal caution, suggesting limited rate hikes amid slowing growth.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- Mexico’s economy has started H2 on a solid footing, as temporary shocks fade and inflation falls…
- …But manufacturing remains under pressure and formal employment growth is slowing.
- Banxico’s upcoming rate decision has to balance inflation control and policy uncertainty.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- Colombia’s economy faces headwinds despite the modest recovery; policy shifts muddy the outlook.
- President Petro’s reform agenda meets political resistance, again; economic stability is at risk.
- BanRep is dealing with inflation and growth worries amid government pressure for a dovish policy shift.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- In one line: In one line: A pre-emptive 25bp hike in response to persistent inflation risks.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- Brazil’s COPOM raised the Selic rate to 10.75% amid rising inflation risks and economic resilience.
- The market expects further rate hikes, but we see rates on hold as economic activity is faltering.
- Argentina’s GDP continued to fall in Q2 due to Mr. Milei’s reform efforts to put the economy on track.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- Brazil — Fiscal and policy challenges
- Mexico — Judicial reforms heighten political risk
- Colombia — Political turmoil clouds the economic outlook
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- Argentina’s inflation battle is far from over, despite some visible improvements.
- The government’s economic strategy will need to evolve to ensure lasting disinflation.
- The 2025 budget targets ambitious inflation goals amid economic uncertainty and market disparities.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
- The BCRP cut rates to 5.25%, maintaining a cautious approach amid inflation stabilisation and global risks.
- Real interest rates remain restrictive, despite easing, as inflation expectations align with the target.
- The narrowing rate differential with the Fed poses currency risk, but pressures are likely temporary.
Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America
