The glut of free-trade agreements that Chile has with upwards of 60 countries gives its companies – particularly its SMEs – access to a potentially huge customer base, something the county's government is encouraging them to take advantage of.
A learning curve: how foreign students can provide an FDI boost
As the number of foreigners studying in the US hits a new high, the investment benefits of hosting overseas students are becoming increasingly apparent to universities and local investment promotion bodies alike.
View from America: the profits of M&A doom
Thanks to the cyclical nature of the markets, there is always an upside to bad news.
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Dominican Republic stays mobile on growth
Despite the economic struggles of the wider Caribbean and Latin America region, the Dominican Republic is set to record strong growth for 2015, with its financial services sector – and mobile banking in particular – thriving.
Mexico motors on as automotive sector maintains FDI appeal
Mexico’s automotive sector has endured well, increasing inward FDI at a time of stagnation.
Chile builds on its success
Chile is undergoing a period of significant change as its government, led by president Michelle Bachelet, looks to implement new reforms across a range of sectors from education to taxation, in a bid to bolster the country's position as one of the leading investment destinations in Latin America.
Caribbean & Central American Countries of the Future 2015/16 – Winners
Costa Rica retains its position as the leading destination for FDI projects in fDi’s Caribbean & Central American Countries of the Future 2015/16 ranking.
Caribbean & Central American Countries of the Future 2015/16 – FDI Strategy winners
Trinidad and Tobago and the Dominican Republic also impress with their FDI strategies.
Caterpillar pushes for end to US-Cuba trade embargo
US manufacturer Caterpillar has launched a media campaign aimed at ending the US-Cuba trade embargo.
Mexico key to North America's growth, says Ricardo B Salinas
Speaking at the Aspen Institute Ideas Festiva, held in Colorado in June, Mexican businessman Ricardo B Salinas outlined the crucial part that the Mexican economy would play in the growth of North America.
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