INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
remarkable investment appeal.The region attracted nearly half of all foreign direct investment flowing to emerging economies in 2023
Chile leads Latin American countries at 40th position globally, followed by Uruguay (44th) and Costa Rica (47th).These nations benefit from
market-oriented policies, strong institutions, and sustainable growth environments
evaluates investment opportunities through nearly 100 variables organized into five categories
These include Business Perception, Financial Services, International Standards - Policy, Economic Fundamentals, and Institutional
Frameworks.Latin American countries excel in three dimensions compared to other emerging regions
Uneven Performance in Global Opportunity Index
(Photo Internet reproduction)Costa Rica and Uruguay lead in potential for sustainable growth, benefiting from vast natural resources and
relatively equitable societies
primarily from megaprojects in renewable energy, metals and minerals, and the automotive sector
The rise of critical minerals for clean energy technologies drove significant investment, accounting for 23% of greenfield projects over the
past two years.Brazil maintains its position as the primary destination for capital, attracting 36.5% of regional inflows from 2021 to 2023
Meanwhile, Colombia stands out for maintaining stable FDI flows since 2014, representing 6.2% of its GDP.Despite this positive outlook, the
region faces ongoing challenges
Countries continue to grapple with income inequality, weak governance, security concerns, and climate vulnerabilities.Declining fertility
rates also create labor market pressures, requiring innovative workforce expansion strategies
These investment trends suggest Latin America continues to strengthen its position in the global investment landscape, particularly in
sectors driving the energy transition.
