Issue May 20-26 2026: A recent leak in one of Peru’s gas pipelines paralyzed the industry and strained the supply of natural gas throughout the country.

Issue May 20-26 2026: Increasing levels of informal labor in Mexico are causing people to spend less, especially on basic items. According to the BBVA Mexico Financial Group, over the last three years, there has been a drop of 10% in formal labor and an increase of 10% in informal labor in Mexico. Currently, 55%

Issue May 20-26 2026: Aloizio Mercadante, the president of a large Brazilian Bank, outlined the bank’s plans to invest in maritime exploration for oil and gas, influenced by the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz.