Solid performers that buck the trend

When emerging markets go wobbly, strong, solidly performing companies are thrown into relief. Euromoney looks at nine of Latin America's best. They have in common steady demand for their products and services but also a determination to seek efficiency and financial soundness. Alex Mathias reports.

Cifra: retailer to the whole nation

CTC: a lead in regional telecoms

Chilectra: a power leader

Cemex: keeps on growing from strong foundations

Banco Itaú supremely adaptable

TV Azteca: Mexico’s crowd-pleaser

Gerdau: steely strength in Brazil

YPF: energy outstripping the rest

Grupo México: king copper with railways

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