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What opportunities and risks will 2026 hold for Latin America?

The Canning House 2026 LatAm Outlook Report offers a comprehensive look ahead over the next five years and beyond, analysing key trends influencing Latin America through the lens of the region's six largest economies: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru.

    The report covers seven chapters and provides expert insights into:

  • Latin America's place in the world: How shifting US–China dynamics are redefining the region’s global role and strategic partnerships
  • Politics: What upcoming elections and leadership transitions mean for stability, policy direction and governance
  • Economics: Growth prospects, fiscal pressures and emerging opportunities in nearshoring and critical sectors
  • Society: Public sentiment, inequality, security concerns and the social shifts shaping future expectations
  • Risk and security: The evolution of organised crime, geopolitical pressures and their impact on business operations
  • Environment: Energy transition trends, climate risks and Latin America’s potential as a leader in renewables
  • Commerce: Trade relationships, investment flows and growth opportunities across high-value industries

The report is produced by Canning House in partnership with Control Risks, Bloomberg, the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), Ipsos, the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) and the International Institute for Strategic Studies. 

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Christian Perlingiere

Christian Perlingiere

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Daniel Linsker

Daniel Linsker

Partner, Head of Mexico, Central America & the Caribbean

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Oliver Wack

Oliver Wack

Partner, Head of Colombia & the Andean Region

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