South America lit up by city lights.
By Felipe Gomez Bridge, Gustavo Medeiros, Ben Underhill
The Emerging View

Latin American Equities

LatAm was EM's worst performer in 2024, but is rebounding sharply in 2025. Colombia leads YTD gains at 49%, followed by Mexico, Chile, Brazil, and Peru. With elections ahead and market-friendly shifts likely, investors see a cyclical opportunity.

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