Supplement
Africa’s Top Companies
South Africa and Egypt are the biggest contributors to this year’s list—but their prospects are diverging.
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Economics, Policy & Regulation
AI-Driven Ratings Start-Up Brings Transparency To Banks
Upstart ratings agency to challenge the big three by relying on AI for risk assessment.
Award Winners
Embracing Disruption
Latin American start-ups are no longer playing the copycat game, but using new technology to address the region’s unique problems.
Award Winners
Healthcare Innovator Wins In Latin America
Inefficient Brazilian health care system spurs private-sector innovation.
Capital Raising & Corporate Finance
Emerging Markets IPOs Flourish Despite Unknowns
Amid concerns surrounding the future of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Mexican tequila maker Jose Cuervo recently priced a hefty $790 million initial public offering (IPO), the country’s biggest since 2013.
Capital Raising & Corporate Finance
US Introduces Special Charter For Tech Firms
Anew, special-purpose bank charter set to be awarded to select financial technology companies promises to be a boon for both the companies and banks, two fintech experts say.
Capital Raising & Corporate Finance
Brazil: New Entities Take On Credit Analysis
With alternative lending on the rise, Brazil seeks to establish new and reliable sources of financial information.
Features
Felaban Draws Bankers To Buenos Aires
The Felaban Annual Assembly in Buenos Aires in November is expected to be one of the biggest networking events of the year for international bankers.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Shining Bright Amid Latin America’s Downturn
While Latin American economies are expected to shrink by roughly 1% this year, Mexico is slated to grow 2.2%.