Issue Jun 03-09 2026: The World Bank has adjusted its growth projections for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.2% in 2026 due to a weakened world economy and energy uncertainty.

Issue Jun 03-09 2026: Guatemala has long been considered an exception in Central America. While much of the region alternated between fiscal crises, high inflation, and currency volatility, the country maintained monetary discipline, low levels of debt, and remarkable macroeconomic stability.

Issue Jun 03-09 2026:  Infectious disease specialists suggested that a large-scale depopulation of pigs could eradicate African Swine Fever (ASF) in the Dominican Republic.

Issue Jun 03-09 2026:  Non-resident investors withdrew a net $26.6 billion from emerging market bonds and stocks in May, according to the Instituto de Finanzas Internacionales (IIF), compared to inflows of $70.6 billion recorded in April.