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FNE requests a million-dollar fine for collusion between Indura and Linde Gas Chile

The National Economic Prosecutor's Office of Chile reported that both companies agreed to assign areas or market shares, deciding not to compete for clients that each one already supplied.

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Paraguay to promote US$ 1.5 billion gas pipeline project with Argentina and Brazil

The Paraguayan plan aims to compete with a rival Bolivian project to reuse existing gas pipelines and transport Argentine gas to Brazil. If any come to fruition, it would mark a major potential shift in regional energy flows.

Fuente: Reuters
Abu Dhabi state oil company cancels process to acquire Novonor's stake in Braskem

Adnoc had made a non-binding offer in November, but is no longer interested in carrying out that transaction, as reported by Braskem this Monday in a statement.

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Argentina: banks denounce Mercado Libre for abuse of dominant position

The action is carried out by the Modo virtual wallet, which belongs to the largest local banks, through a presentation before the National Commission for the Defense of Competition.

Fuente: Agencia Andina
Blueberries drive the growth of Peruvian agro-exports with the US as the main destination

Peru has positioned itself as the number one supplier in the world, despite the fact that blueberries are fruits native to North America and recently introduced to the Andean country.

Fuente: Reuters
Uruguayan meat exports decrease by 3% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2024

Beef export income fell, with China's incidence declining and other markets participating more, including Israel; beef leads.

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Paytechs--the new invaluable links in the digital payments' value chain

This subgroup of fintech companies is consolidating at an accelerated pace in the region. It already represents 25% of the total industry in Latin America at present. Both traditional players such as Visa, as well as more modern ones --such as Mercado Pago, Ualá or Nubank-- demand their services and collaboration.

Fuente: El Economista
IDB: use of digital financial services doubles in Central America, Panama and the Dominican Republic

Digital platforms facilitate savings, improve security, speed, and reduce costs associated with domestic payments and international remittances, which is especially relevant in the region.

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Latin America is a rising investment pole, according to Credicorp Capital

The region benefits from aspects such as macroeconomic stability, the diversity of developing sectors, the neutral geopolitical position, advances in the integration of financial systems, and the abundance of strategic resources.

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Elizabeth Taylor Cosmetics appeals against registration of 'Listailor' in Chile

The Instituto Nacional de Propiedad Industrial (INAPI) accepted the registration of the name 'Listailor', a company dedicated to the field of food distribution and preparation.

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Chilean ENAP shows US$ 110.5 million profit in the first quarter

State oil company begins a fourth consecutive year with positive numbers, but warns of a tighter 2024.

Fuente: nuam exchange
Integrated market of Chile, Peru and Colombia seals alliance with fintech associations

nuam exchange , as part of its commitment to the development of new technologies in the financial industry and the promotion of innovation in the region, signed a collaboration agreement with the fintech associations of the respective countries.

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China would become the main lime supplier for copper mining in Chile as local output falls

The material is used intensively for the production and refinement of the red metal, but some studies suggest that local production will end in 2028 and Chile will depend on imports from that year on. This shortage will not affect Peru or Colombia, the other copper producers in Latin America.

Fuente: El Economista
Brazilian Gerdau would require an investment of US$600 million to build a new steel plant in Mexico

If plans indicate commercial viability for the new facility, construction will begin in 2025.

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Lithium prices begin to recover

A ton of lithium carbonate is trading above US$15,000.

    Fuente: El Economista
    In Mexico, presidential candidates support energy transition, but disagree on strategies

    Sheinbaum wants to replicate Mexico City's electric transportation networks at a national level, Gálvez seeks to collaborate with municipalities, and Álvarez aims to create a “green tax.”

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    Renta 4 does not exclude the possibility that BBVA pays part of the merger with Sabadell in cash

    According to analyst Nuria Álvarez, this would occur with the aim of facilitating the operation given the possible reluctance of Sabadell regarding the merger, for which BBVA would use its excess capital, estimated at around US$ 3,320 million.

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    Chilean Copec diversifies its offer with the acquisition of Streat Burger

    The hamburger and food products brand, founded in 2016 by Nicolás Lipthay and Diego Desmadryl, currently has seven locations.

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    Superintendency approved the entry of WOM Colombia into the restructuring process

    The above, argued the company, because it is going through a complex economic moment that could affect its operational payment capacity, which in the long run could lead to liquidation.

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    Raimundo Morales, CEO of Yappe, says the supper app is included in the definition of neobank

    After four years of leadership in Peru, Yape, the digital wallet of the Credicorp financial holding, faces the challenge of consolidating its first operation abroad: Bolivia, which added 1.5 million users in just over six months. This is part of a growth path that includes the possibility of becoming a neobank.