Richard Deutsch

Brazil's largest public port project is nearly finished at Paranagua, but missing private rail links may leave the new grain hub idle until 2027.

Argentina · Markets Key Facts — Streak. The Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) paused daily dollar purchases on Tuesday for the first time since January 2, 2026.

Mexico · Trade Key Facts — The claim. Vulcan Materials sought roughly US$1.7 billion over Mexico's treatment of its Calica limestone quarry in Quintana Roo.

Brazil · Economy Key Facts — FDI inflows. Foreign direct investment into Brazil reached roughly US$47 billion in the first half of 2026, a 33 percent jump over the same period in 2025.

Brazil · Energy Key Facts — Output. Petrobras own production reached a record 3.336 million barrels of oil equivalent per day in the second quarter of 2026.

Chile · Mining Key Facts — Partnership. SQM and Ivanhoe Electric launched a US$9 million, three-year exploration program across 2,002 km² in the Antofagasta region using Typhoon™ geophysical surveying.

Guyana · Justice Key Facts — Accused. Captain Kevin Price, 40, Chief Mate Rondell Dwayne Roberts, 42, and Goods Superintendent Delon Granderson, 33, face 72 murder counts.