Argentina's foreign affairs minister tells The Banker why he is confident the country will bounce back from economic crisis, with help from China.
Shanghai tops ranking for most attractive IFC for FDI
December 3, 2018Shanghai has beaten Singapore into second place among the world's IFCs in the race to attract the most foreign direct investment, landing more than $1bn.
The Banker's 2018 Top 200 Latin American Banks ranking: Brazil's biggest retain top spots
November 1, 2018Shrugging off domestic uncertainties, Brazil's biggest lenders take the first five places in this year's Top 200 Latin American Banks rankings, led by Itaú Unibanco.
Rescuing Argentina: will the rope snap after IMF bailout?
November 1, 2018Argentina’s currency crisis has triggered an IMF bailout, which the government believes will spark a recovery. Those who recall the IMF’s last intervention less favourably will be hoping the government is right.
Brazil tops Latin America's inward FDI list
November 1, 2018Latin American and Caribbean IFCs have attracted just a handful of projects in the past year, with Brazil leading the way.
Lea Giménez and Benigno López: How teamwork can bring prosperity to Paraguay
September 3, 2018In a show of co-operation, Paraguay’s past and present finance ministers are working together for the betterment of the country’s economy.
London keeps global IFC crown ahead of New York – for now
September 3, 2018London again leads The Banker's annual ranking of international finance centres, though New York has its eye on the top spot.
What will US policy mean for emerging markets?
September 3, 2018Changes in US monetary policy are likely to push emerging markets to look for other alliances. Silvia Pavoni reports.
Brazil’s digital dream: more competition, better products?
August 1, 2018Established banks and new players alike see digital services as a way to reach Brazil’s unbanked population. But will greater competition lead to a better experience for the consumer? Silvia Pavoni reports.
Peru’s finance minister shrugs off stability concerns
August 1, 2018Following his predecessor’s resignation, Peru’s new finance minister Carlos Oliva talks to Silvia Pavoni about achieving political stability and the potential of public-private partnerships.