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AmericasFebruary 27 2013

Clever thinking raises Chile's economic profile

Smart regulation and innovative local lenders have helped build Chile's economic might. And with plans to link the country's stock exchange to the exchanges in Peru, Colombia and Mexico, the country is mounting an attack on Brazil's economic dominance in Latin America.
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Clever thinking raises Chile's economic profile

Latin America’s most stable market, Chile has recorded average annual economic growth of 6% for the past three years, its unemployment levels are low and inflation was only 1.5% in 2012, according to the country’s central bank. Furthermore, the country's gross domestic product (GDP) growth is projected to be between 4.25% and 5.25% in 2013, a healthy figure considering the lingering global economic malaise stalling growth in many other parts of the world.

Part of Chile's success is down to its natural riches. The country has benefited from high commodities prices – especially copper – sustained demand from China and good levels of domestic investment in its mining sector. But an equally important factor aiding the country's economic development is its attractive framework for foreign investments.

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Silvia Pavoni is editor in chief of The Banker. Silvia also serves as an advisory board member for the Women of the Future Programme and for the European Risk Management Council, and is part of the London council of non-profit WILL, Women in Leadership in Latin America. In 2019, she was awarded an honorary fellowship by City University of London.
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