Corporate Brazil had a unique moment in its history. The healthier economic conditions, strong position in certain industries, and stability were the key behind its success. Growth prospects for the domestic and multinationals were bright in such areas as infrastructure, basic materials,...

While Latin America accounts for approximately 7 percent of the world economy, easily accessible information on the economies of the region is not always easy to find. The existing literature on Latin American economics usually assumes some previous familiarity with the region and is focused on...