Articles by Gabriel Cohen Page 12 of 20
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Bolivia Slashed Infant Mortality by 88% in 60 Years
Bolivia slashed infant mortality by 30% after a free healthcare policy for mothers and children.
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LatAm Disruption: Biggest Companies in 2010 vs 2021
Nubank's IPO signals a tech takeover: In 11 years, new players replaced LatAm's biggest companies.
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How Green is LatAm's Energy?
Brazil powers 86% of its electricity from clean sources, outperforming many global giants.
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VC Investment in LatAm Startups Tripled During 2021
LatAm VC investment tripled to $12B, with average checks at $23M, as global giants flock to ripe markets.
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History of Latin America's Female Heads of State
46 years after Isabel Perón, only 3 of 33 LatAm countries are led by women.
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Latin American Players in Top European & US Football Leagues
653 Latin American players dominate top leagues, with 30% in the US—higher than any European country.
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Brazil's Deforestation Rate is Climbing Up Again
The Amazon lost 13,200 km² of rainforest last year—the size of Puerto Rico.
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How Affordable is Gas in Latin America?
Nicaragua's gas is Latin America's least affordable, requiring 12%+ of daily wages per liter.
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Cuba Leads the World in Doctors Per Capita
Despite 1950s cars, Cuba boasts 8.4 doctors per 1,000 people, doubling Switzerland's ratio.
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Revenue Breakdown: JBS
JBS USA Beef drives the global giant's revenue, making up its largest segment and EBITDA.
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Is Chilean Startup NotCo a Threat to Dairy Giant Lala?
NotCo's valuation is 66% of Lala's, fueled by exploding demand for alt-dairy as traditional sales slow.
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Uruguay Leads LatAm's Connectivity
Uruguay's 83.3% internet usage beats Russia, Portugal, and France, thanks to "one laptop per child."
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Revenue Breakdown: FEMSA
Oxxo, initially a small bet, now drives FEMSA's revenue and expands globally with essential payment solutions.
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'El Buen Fin" Keeps Growing
Mexico’s "Buen Fin" sales soar, with 2020 digital sales up 225% YoY to an incredible $11.5B.
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Natura &Co’s Revenue Doubled in Just One Year
Its founder started with typewriters; now, Natura &Co — with 50% women in leadership — is a $7.45B beauty giant.
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Russian Ruble Passes Brazil’s Real as 2022’s Top Currency
Putin's Ruble soars 21% YTD, but faces 15% GDP shrink and global isolation.
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How Does LatAm Healthcare Compare to Europe & N. America?
Costa Rica's universal healthcare leads LatAm, outliving the US despite 17x less spending.
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These LatAm YouTubers are on Par with US Primetime TV
Mexican YouTubers Yuya and Luisito Comunica outdraw top US primetime shows like 60 Minutes.
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Two Mexican Brands Among the Largest Movie Theater Chains
Cinépolis and Cinemex dominate globally, with Cinépolis owning over 50% of Mexico's market.
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Nubank's Valuation Soars Above LatAm's Biggest Banks
Valued at up to $55B, Nubank is set to replace LatAm's biggest banks with 40M+ customers.
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