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Peru and Brazil Enhance Bilateral Investment and Trade via Arbitration Center and Logistics Infrastructure Upgrades

Peru and Brazil are advancing bilateral commercial ties through institutional and infrastructural initiatives aimed at reducing trade frictions and increasing investment flows. The establishment of a specialized arbitration center and strategic improvements in transport connectivity are set to strengthen legal certainty and optimize logistics, positioning both countries to expand economic integration in South America. Trade […]

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Brazil, Economy, Infrastructure

Brazil’s Electricity Sector Demand Insufficient to Support New Firm Natural Gas Supply Amid Growing Grid Challenges

Brazil’s current electricity sector demand remains inadequate to underpin new firm natural gas supply investments despite ongoing efforts to expand domestic gas availability. While the upcoming capacity reserve auction marks progress in integrating gas and power markets, operational challenges in distribution networks and climate-related grid vulnerabilities are heightening economic and regulatory risks for sector stakeholders

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Bolivia, Economy, Fuels

Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz Marks 100 Days with Economic Stabilization Amid Key Structural Challenges

Bolivia’s government under Rodrigo Paz has achieved initial economic stabilization through decisive fiscal adjustments and international engagement, but deeper reforms remain critical. The administration’s ability to push structural legislation in sectors such as hydrocarbons and mining will largely depend on resolving political fragmentation and legislative gridlock. In the first 100 days of his presidency, Rodrigo

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Economy, Oil & Gas, Venezuela

PDVSA Revenues Decline Sharply in January 2026 Amid Price Drop and U.S. Financial Controls

Venezuela’s state oil company PDVSA faced a significant contraction in revenues at the start of 2026 due to a steep 33% year-on-year decline in the Merey crude price and ongoing U.S. sanctions restricting access to export earnings. These developments suggest sustained financial pressures for PDVSA and potential challenges for Venezuela’s oil-dependent economy in the near

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Brazil, Economy, Oil & Gas

Brazil’s crude oil exports exceed half of production in 2025 amid refining capacity constraints

Brazil exported an average of over 50% of its crude oil production in 2025, driven by record production growth from pre-salt fields and expanded offshore operations. Despite the increase in physical volumes, declining oil prices and limited domestic refining capacity continue to expose Brazil to structural risks, including dependency on imported refined products, reduced value

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Colombia, Economy, Solar

Energea Launches $100 Million Credit Line to Expand Distributed Solar in Colombia’s Off-Grid Areas

Energea has initiated a $100 million credit facility to support Helios Energía’s expansion of off-grid distributed solar systems in Colombia’s isolated regions. This regional investment strategy aims to bolster energy access in zones where conventional electricity grids remain uneconomical. The approach reflects growing institutional interest in Latin America’s clean energy markets, especially in underserved areas.

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Colombia, Economy, Solar

Energea Launches $100 Million Credit Line to Expand Distributed Solar in Colombia’s Off-Grid Areas

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Economy, Infrastructure, Peru

SEAL Advances Restoration of Electricity Service in Arequipa Amid Torrenteras Emergencies

Sociedad Eléctrica del Sur Oeste S.A. (SEAL) continues intensive efforts to normalize electricity service in Arequipa following significant infrastructure damage caused by torrenteras and landslides. With over 40 technical crews deployed, the company works closely with regional authorities to address emerging risks and restore service in phases, prioritizing safety and operational reliability. Following torrenteras and

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Economy, Infrastructure

Construcía Returns to Profitability, Appoints New CEO, and Secures €1.5 Million Loan to Fund Digital and Circular Construction Initiatives

Grupo Construcía, a Catalonia-based construction firm specializing in circular economy projects, reversed its 2023 losses and posted nearly €887,000 in profits for 2024. The company has appointed Luis Sanz, formerly with steel group Celsa, as its new CEO and secured a €1.5 million loan from the Institut Català de Finances to advance digital transformation and

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