Issue Oct 07-13 2026: The International Monetary Fund has lowered its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.3%, a tenth of a point less than in July, and sharply cut Argentina’s, from 3.5% to 2.1%.

Issue Oct 07-13 2026: In Colombia, public employment and the minimum wage are heating up the labor debate; 700,000 service contracts (OPS) expire in December. Will they add to unemployment? Anticipation surrounds the labor landscape regarding potential reform and wage hike negotiations.

Issue Oct 07-13 2026: National statistics don’t tell the whole story. The information at a state level demonstrates large and worrying differences in distinct economic sectors.