Articles by Ernesto Canales Page 18 of 20
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Crypto Adoption: A Closer Look at Latin America's Standings
Argentina and Ecuador's crypto adoption is driven by instability, but Brazil's #1 rank is a puzzle.
Jun 7, 2023 -
Latin America a Rich Source of STEM Talent
Peru leads Latin America with nearly 30% of graduates in STEM, rivaling South Korea's highly skilled workforce.
Jun 7, 2023 -
Revenue Breakdown: Telefónica
Telefónica's Latin American divisions now out-earn Spain and Germany, fueled by Brazil's 17.5% growth.
Jun 7, 2023 -
Press Freedom Diminished in Most LatAm Nations Last Year
Mexico was the world's most dangerous country for journalists, as press freedom fell in most LatAm nations.
May 31, 2023 -
Peso Pluma Overtakes Bad Bunny in YouTube Popularity
Peso Pluma's internet-fueled rise overtakes Bad Bunny, making regional Mexican music global.
May 24, 2023 -
Costa Rica is Now the World's Top Pineapple Exporter
Costa Rica's pineapple exports exploded by 2.5M metric tons, now topping the world.
May 10, 2023 -
How Fast Has LatAm's Population Grown in 70 Years?
LatAm's population quadrupled in 70 years, but Uruguay's growth mirrored Europe, even dropping in 2021.
May 10, 2023 -
Visualizing LatAm's 100+ Coups D'Etat Since 1900
Peru's 2022 self-coup attempt adds to LatAm's 100+ since 1900, with some nations seeing 8.
May 3, 2023 -
Social Spending: LatAm Trails Far Behind OECD Countries
Latin America's social safety net is half that of developed nations, with Chile a rare outlier, while education spending lags 5-6x per student.
May 3, 2023 -
Volkswagen's Commercial Vehicle Sales: Latin America Ranks 2nd
VW's Latin American commercial vehicle sales grew 88% since 2018, making it the #2 global market.
Apr 26, 2023 -
High Internet Speed & Access: Essential for Economic Freedom?
With the 3rd fastest internet globally, Chile shows how connectivity boosts economic freedom.
Apr 26, 2023 -
Which LatAm Countries Have Become More Open to Trade?
Mexico's trade openness grew 300% since 1960, outpacing all of LatAm.
Apr 26, 2023 -
Chile Invests More of its GDP Abroad Than the EU & China
Relative to its GDP, Chile invests more abroad than the EU, China, and even the US.
Apr 12, 2023 -
Ups and Downs: The Most Significant Moves in LatAm's Suicide Rates
Venezuela's suicide rate plunged 70% since 2000, yet Paraguay saw a devastating 70% rise.
Apr 12, 2023 -
How Service-Oriented are LatAm's Export Economies?
Panama leads LatAm with $14B in service exports, a surprising 7x growth since 2000.
Apr 5, 2023 -
Latin America is a Biodiversity Superpower
Latin America is the world's most biodiverse region, with Brazil boasting 1.1K amphibian species.
Mar 29, 2023 -
How Old Are LatAm's Heads of State?
LatAm's average head of state is 61, but the median citizen is just 31.
Mar 29, 2023 -
Should LatAm Spend More on R&D on its Road to Development?
Brazil invests $20B annually in R&D, matching developed nations and leading LatAm's innovation charge.
Mar 22, 2023 -
Compared to OECD Countries, Mexico's Unemployment Rate is Surprisingly Low
Mexico's 2.9% unemployment is lowest since 2005, boosted by nearshoring despite high informality.
Mar 22, 2023 -
Mexico Starts 2023 as a Top-Performing Country ETF
Mexico's ETF leads with 8.4% YTD returns, fueled by robust GDP growth and nearshoring.
Mar 22, 2023