Brazil’s economy has performed better than expected in the first few months of the year. However, it faces strong headwinds with regards inflation and political uncertainty. 

The strength of Brazil’s banks indicates that they will be able to stay the course as they navigate regulatory reforms and the emergence of new competitors.

The scope of Brazilian open finance is broader than other markets, according to Itaú Unibanco's group head of investor relations and marketing intelligence. 

Guillermo Avellán has been at the helm of the Central Bank of Ecuador since June 2021, implementing a host of changes that the country’s government has been passing to modernise and grow the economy. He spoke to The Banker about deepening financial inclusion and implementing reforms to maintain a solid financial system.

Ecuador’s banks expect a banner year in 2022 stimulated by an unexpected source — the government.

Uruguay’s central bank governor speaks to The Banker about managing inflation, de-dollarisation and digital assets.

Robust financial regulations, strong liquidity and a solid economic rebound from the Covid-19 pandemic underpin a resilient banking system.

Oil is the one-word explanation for the transformation underway in Guyana’s economy and financial system. 

Change is underway in Chile as its financial institutions face political, economic and operational challenges. 

Presidential elections and the possibility of a new constitution are creating uncertainty for the economic and investment environment in the country.