China’s $1.7 trillion hangover

China’s $1.7 trillion hangover

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December 2007

Latin American Banking: Banks prove resilient to global credit crunch

by Chloe Hayward

Latin American banks are well positioned to endure the credit crunch and a potential global economic slowdown, according to regional specialists. So far, the banking system has weathered the storm and analysts expect it to continue to do so.


"Most Latin American banks have been able to pursue their intended growth strategies as the regional economies remain supportive of credit expansion"
Celina Vansetti-Hutchins, Moody’s

According to Celina Vansetti-Hutchins, author of a Moody’s report entitled The outlook for Latin American banks, released last month: "The region appears to be more resilient than ever before."

Since the onset of the credit crisis in the US in the summer, several leading international banks have reported huge write-downs and their share prices have suffered sharp falls. By contrast, many Latin American banks’ performances have held up. "The region continues to attract investor...


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