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Commodities rout will fuel EM concerns and volatility

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INTERNATIONAL

This drop has taken oil into its second bear market in the space of just over a year amid a broader rout in the prices of commodities, notably copper and gold. The commodity…

Commodities drive Brazil's record trade surplus

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BRAZIL

The trade surplus surpassed USD61bn, and another new record high is expected this year. However, results have been mainly boosted by sharp increases in commodity prices, the…

War risks may disrupt minor commodities' global supply

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INTERNATIONAL

Possible supply disruptions for sensitive commodities.

Growth pessimism is gaining ground in Latin America

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LATIN AMERICA

In December 2014 ECLAC had anticipated expansion in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) of 2.2% for 2015. It is now forecasting growth of only 0.5%, down from 1.1% in 2014 and…

Latin American fiscal deficits may prompt budget cuts

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LATIN AMERICA

Latin America's fiscal challenges.

Protectionism demands trade rethink in Argentina

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ARGENTINA

Argentina's foreign trade.

Brazil's agriculture outlook shows promise this year

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BRAZIL

The outlook for Brazilian agriculture.

Commodity prices will weigh on Latin America's FDI

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LATIN AMERICA

The outlook for inward FDI.

EM corporate debt is key risk to global markets

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INTERNATIONAL

The IMF's warning, contained in its Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR), shows concerns for the vulnerabilities posed by the build-up of EM corporate debt, especially…

Rise in capital inflows may not endure in Brazil

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BRAZIL

Rising interest rates and commodity prices, and cheap stock market assets have been key factors in attracting capital. As a result, the real appreciated from around BRL5.7:USD1 in…