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Travel warnings issued by the U.S. State Department tend to generate more questions than answers. The newest list of ‘concerning’ countries in Latin America and the Caribbean is especially worthy of second-guessing.
Case Study: As Workplace Romances Persist, How are Companies …
The decision was a difficult one to make for Allan De Camps Melendez. As an HR professional himself, he was well acquainted with his employer’s policies when it came to workplace romances. Those were a big no-no, to say the least.
At Last, EU and Mercosur Seal a Trade Deal - Nearshore Americas
The European Union has successfully concluded a trade agreement with Mercosur, a regional bloc comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.. This landmark deal, representing a consumer base of 700 million and 20% of global GDP, has the potential to redefine trade dynamics between the two regions, say analysts.
LatAm’s Productivity Rate: Four Times Less than the U.S.
2024年12月3日 · Latin America’s productivity rate is alarmingly low, with the region being four times less productive than the United States, according to a study by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).. To put this into perspective, a U.S. worker accomplishes in one hour what it takes a worker in Latin America four hours to achieve.
Peru’s Chancay Port Stokes Trade Tension Between US and China
A mega port built in the Peruvian town of Chancay looks set to intensify US trade war with China like never before. Some of President-elect Donald Trump’s aides are calling for slapping a tariff of more than 60% on every piece of merchandise coming through.
Dan Lang, a Beloved Champion of Impact Sourcing Near and Far, …
Dan Lang, a longtime employee at Sutherland Global Services and widely admired for his work in impact sourcing, passed away suddenly last week. He was 60 years old and based in Williamson, New York. Through his 35+ years of service at Sutherland, Dan Lang rose to Senior Vice President before taking on a “Practitioner” role at Sutherland Labs earlier this year.
Nearshore is Mostly Safe From Trump’s Tariff Threats
Two weeks ago, President-elect Donald Trump stated that, on his first day in office, he would seek a 10% tariff increase in Chinese goods and the imposition of 25% tariffs on products imported from Canada and Mexico.
EPAM Buys Neoris in $630 Million Deal - Nearshore Americas
In a major strategic move, global IT consultant EPAM Systems secured a US$630 million deal to acquire Neoris, one of Latin America’s top technology service providers.. Founded in 2000 by Mexican construction materials giant Cemex, Neoris serves over 400 clients across various industries, including manufacturing, banking and retail. While Neoris has been in operation for …
MercadoLibre and Nubank Fight for Larger Slice of LatAm Fintech ...
With MercadoLibre and Nubank fiercely competing to dominate Latin America’s fintech market, some analysts worry that this intense rivalry might stifle the emergence of new players in the industry.. MercadoLibre leverages its extensive online retail transactions data to identify new customers, while Nubank focuses on the unbanked population.
Central American Countries Race to Expand Airport Capacity
As tourist numbers in Central America surpass pre-pandemic levels, countries throughout the region are racing to bolster their airport infrastructure.. From Belize to Nicaragua, nations are unveiling new airports, expanding existing facilities, and investing in modernizations to accommodate the growing influx of international visitors.