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Latin America Publications

Below is a list of our Latin America Publications for the last 5 months. If you are looking for reports older than 5 months please email info@pantheonmacro.com, or contact your account rep

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Chartbook Datanotes Weekly Monitor

PM Datanote: Advance GDP, Mexico, Q3, 2025

  • In one line: A poor Q3, but early Q4 indicators hint at tentative stabilisation.

3 November 2025 LatAm Monitor BCCh holds rates as political noise grows; Mexico's GDP falls in Q3

  • BCCh’s cautious pause reflects sticky core inflation, fragile job data and sensitivity to election-driven noise.
  • …Disinflation, a stable CLP and lower energy tariffs will justify a 25bp cut in December.
  • Mexico’s GDP shrank in Q3 as industry weakened further and services plateaued; Q4 will be better.

27 October 2025 LatAm Monitor Chile's election nears as markets balance optimism and political risk

  • Mr. Kast has steady support in Chile, but fragmented politics and social tensions cloud reform prospects.
  • Macro fundamentals remain sound, though capex weakness limits near-term growth momentum.
  • Fiscal credibility and governance will determine the durability of Chile’s post-election market stability.

PM Datanote: Economic activity index, Mexico, August, 2025

  • In one line: Uneven performance, but risks remain tilted to the downside.

20 October 2025 LatAm Monitor Mexico's economy struggling as tight conditions and trade uncertainty bite

  • Mexico’s industrial output fell, as mining and construction wiped out fragile manufacturing gains.
  • The job market is cooling and falling remittances are squeezing incomes, hurting private consumption.
  • Fiscal stimulus and Banxico rate cuts will cushion growth, but recovery prospects remain fragile.

PM Datanote: Economic activity index, Brazil, August, 2025

  • In one line: A modest improvement, but risks remain biased to the downside.

14 October 2025 LatAm Monitor Political turmoil deepens in Peru, but macro stability endures

  • Peru’s Congress has impeached President Boluarte, amid surging crime and collapsing support.
  • Interim President Jerí assumes office with a limited mandate; restoring confidence will be a challenge.
  • Peru’s economy is holding firm despite the saga, supported by strong institutions and fundamentals.

PM Datanote: CPI, Mexico, September, 2025

  • In one line: Disinflation holds, but core pressures persist.

PM Datanote: Industrial Production, Brazil, August, 2025

  • In one line: Signs of modest recovery in August, but the outlook remains fragile.

6 October 2025 LatAm Monitor Chile's growth slows in August, but core economy shows resilience

  • A mining accident disrupted output in Chile, hurting activity, while commerce provided stability.
  • Fiscal revenues rose on higher royalties and copper prices, though election-year spending risks persist.
  • A right-wing political shift would bring business friendly reforms, likely boosting investor confidence.

PM Datanote: Economic activity index, Chile, August, 2025

  • In one line: Activity loses momentum in August due mainly to weak mining.

September 2025 - Latin America Chartbook

LATAM ACTIVITY WEAKENS AS POLICY STAYS RESTRICTIVE…

  • …DISINFLATION ADVANCES, BUT CORE PRESSURES CLOUD OUTLOOK

PM Datanote: Industrial Production, Retail Sales, and Unemployment, Chile, August, 2025

  • In one line: Retail and manufacturing support growth, labour market improving at the margin.

29 September 2025 LatAm Monitor Banxico eases amid fragile growth, inflation, and trade uncertainty

  • Monetary policy in Mexico is shifting cautiously, as inflation is sticky and growth prospects weaker.
  • The trade deficit widened in August due to the oil sector and tariff-related external uncertainty.
  • MXN appreciation and USMCA compliance support stability, despite ongoing external and fiscal risks.

22 September 2025 LatAm Monitor Colombia's recovery gains traction, but fiscal and external risks deepen

  • Services and consumption drive growth in Colombia, but weak exports and capex are still limiting.
  • Fiscal credibility deteriorates as deficits widen, and the Petro government suspends key safeguards.
  • Policy options narrow as inflation expectations rise and political risk builds ahead of the 2026 elections.

15 September 2025 LatAm Monitor Political setback in Buenos Aires rattles confidence and amplifies macro risks

  • Markets reeled as political setback exposed fragility in Argentina’s macro backdrop and reform credibility.
  • Inflation is slowing, but ARS pressure, weak activity, and tight reserves complicate policy execution.
  • October elections will test Milei’s mandate and determine the durability of his economic program.
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