AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoImpact Investing: Saudi Eksab, IDB Invest and IDC Network launched the “Impact Fund” with CAF support to back private growth companies across North of Latin America, with Valante Capital managing investments. Mining & Operations: Dynacor appointed Jonathan Hill as COO to lead operational excellence as it ramps expansion across South America and Africa. E-commerce & Fintech: MercadoLibre shares jumped in Frankfurt after a tough September, as investors weigh strong growth against thinner margins. Consumer & Credit Access: inDrive.Money said driver loans in Latin America more than doubled in H1 2026, driven by Peru, Colombia and Mexico demand. Energy Transition (Chile): Chile approved two solar-plus-storage projects totaling $569m, including Pampino (170MW/1,020MWh) and Monterrico Solar (248.73MWp/200MW/1,200MWh). Power & Storage (Chile): Promigas-backed solar-linked storage progress highlights Chile’s push to firm renewables. Politics & Markets (Brazil): With Brazil’s election nearing, Reuters reports a tight race between Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro, with foreign policy and security alongside kitchen-table costs. Immigration (US): The Trump administration revoked 250,000+ visas, including thousands tied to “birth tourism” and visas of Latin American officials accused of corruption.
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