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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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PM Datanote: Inflation, Mexico, January, 2025

  • In one line: A good start to the year, supporting further policy normalisation. 

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

PM Datanote: Inflation, Chile, January, 2025

  • In one line: Inflation spikes in January, driven by electricity tariffs.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

10 February 2025 LatAm Monitor Banxico accelerates easing, but US policy will influence the outlook

  • Banxico signals further rate cuts amid disinflation, economic slowdown and easing external pressures.
  • The better inflation outlook, however, faces threats from US policy risk and domestic policy noise.
  • The Board will likely cut rates to 8% this year, if President Trump doesn’t get in the way.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

PM Datanote: Industrial Production, Brazil, December, 2024

  • In one line: The first quarterly contraction in more than a year, and the outlook is difficult.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

7 February 2025 LatAm Monitor Brazil's industrial slowdown emerging; inflation fully under control in Peru

  • Brazil’s industrial output beat consensus in December, yet leading indicators point to a weakening trend.
  • January’s COPOM minutes reveal a hawkish stance, despite economic activity softening.
  • Peru’s inflation remains well on target, paving the way for a final rate cut in Q2, assuming a stable PEN.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

6 February 025 LatAm Monitor A solid start for LatAm currencies, but external noise remains a threat

  •  Brazilian Real — Resilience in the face of adversity
  • Mexican Peso — Complex economic and external waters
  • Colombian Peso — Trade and fiscal issues in the spotlight 

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

5 February 2025 LatAm Monitor Chile's economy shone brightly in Q4, and the outlook is positive

  • The industrial and commerce sectors are driving Chile’s growth, despite persistent issues in services.
  • Confidence indicators are on the mend, as activity navigates complex reforms and external pressures.
  • The BCCh will have to take a cautious approach amid sluggish employment growth and high inflation.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

PM Datanote: Economic activity index, Chile, December, 2024

  • In one line: The recovery continues, and expect further good news in Q1. 

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

4 February 2025 LatAm Monitor Temporary trade-war pause signals Mexico and US will collaborate

  • Presidents Sheinbaum and Trump agreed to pause tariffs, focusing on border-security cooperation.
  • BanRep held interest rates at 9.5%, surprising the consensus, citing inflation and Petro-Trump tensions.
  • Increasing inflation expectations and high labour costs are further threats, but BanRep will cut again.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

3 February 2025 LatAm Monitor US trade threats cast shadow over Mexico's 2025 economic outlook

  • Mexico’s economic fragility is exposed as US trade policy pushes activity to the verge of recession.
  • Banxico will have to balance slowing growth, potential US tariffs and the MXN’s performance.
  • Chile’s landmark pension reform strengthens social security and dismantles systemic uncertainty.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

January 2025 - Latin America Chartbook

EXTERNAL RISKS ARE FORCING A CAUTIOUS APPROACH…

  • …THE PETRO-TRUMP SAGA HIGHLIGHTS THE GROWING THREAT

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

PM Datanote: Advance GDP, Mexico, Q4, 2025

  • In one line: A terrible end to the year, and downside risks have increased.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

31 January 2025 LatAm Monitor LatAm policymakers struggling with inflation risks amid global noise

  • LatAm policymakers are facing increased inflation risks amid elevated global uncertainty and threats.
  • Brazil’s COPOM maintained its hawkish stance with a bold hike, continuing to fight inflation near-term.
  • Chile’s BCCh paused its easing, adopting a neutral bias, as inflation pressures increase.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

29 January 2025 LatAm Monitor Brazil's external accounts under pressure despite strong FDI inflows

  • Brazil’s economic resilience is tested by volatile trade dynamics and shifting global investment patterns.
  • Foreign direct investment improved in 2024, while portfolio investments reflect fiscal uncertainty.
  • Chile’s senate approved a pension bill, reshaping social security and addressing economic issues.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

28 January 2025 LatAm Monitor Colombia's diplomatic team averts full-blown economic crisis

  • Colombia’s diplomatic team successfully averted a full-blown economic and political crisis with the US.
  • Their Presidents’ social-media spat almost triggered a massive trade war; LatAm is watching.
  • Mexico achieved a record trade surplus with the US in 2024 amid economic tensions.

Andrés Abadía (Chief LatAm Economist)Latin America

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