Global Scans · South America · Weekly Summary

• [New] Regional variation remains significant for 2026, with Latin America expected to record the strongest hotel pricing growth as demand outpaces new hotel development. Global Business Travel Association - GBTA
• [New] In emerging markets such as Southeast Asia and Latin America, local assembly and regional supply chains could provide a foundation for growth. EqualOcean
• [New] Copa Airlines is introducing Starlink inflight connectivity across its fleet, becoming the first airline in Latin America to offer the high-speed WiFi service, with rollout scheduled for completion in early 2027. Future Travel Experience
• [New] The Global Construction Perspectives project forecasts global construction output to grow by 42% to reach US$ 15.2 trillion by 2030, with emerging economies in Asia, Africa, and Latin America driving the majority of incremental demand. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Latin America presents emerging opportunities with ongoing airport upgrades and growing emphasis on passenger safety. ReAnIn
• Designed to produce 2.1 million tons of granular urea per year, it will become the largest urea facility in Latin America upon completion. globenewsinfo.com
• South America offers opportunities in food, beverage, and agricultural supply chains, while the Middle East and African markets are adopting cloud transportation and visibility tools as infrastructure investment and cross-border e-commerce expand. Mordor Intelligence
• South America, the Middle East, and Africa remain earlier-stage regions, but mobile-first delivery, public digital education programs, and local modernization agendas are supporting longer-term adoption potential. Mordor Intelligence
• Sub-Saharan Africa, South and Southeast Asia, and Latin America represent the largest untapped greenfield opportunity for broadcast equipment manufacturers, as dozens of nations complete their analog switch-off programs requiring full digital transmitter and infrastructure deployment. Persistence Market Research
• The number of individuals aged 65 years or older in Latin America and the Caribbean is projected to more than double by 2050, reaching approximately 138 million individuals. Market Data Forecast
• Africa targets 1.5-2.0 million tons of renewable hydrogen exports to the EU, Australia aims for 3 million tons / year by 2030, and Latin America benefits from production costs nearing US$ 0.50/kg, supported by US$ 11 trillion in global shipping infrastructure investments through 2050. Persistence Market Research
• Leading Distribution Channel: E-commerce channel expansion and DTC subscription models represent the highest-value opportunity, enabling brands to bypass pharmacy shelf economics, build recurring revenue streams, and access under-served consumer segments in Asia Pacific and Latin America. Persistence Market Research
• Latin America is anticipated to experience robust growth in savory snack categories over the next few years as retail infrastructure expands into smaller metropolitan areas across Brazil and Mexico. Market Data Forecast
• Latin America presents opportunities for growth through localized strategies and product innovation. Market Data Forecast
• Latin America is a key growth region, especially in Mexico and Brazil, with its growing urban middle class offering opportunities for food companies. FoodNavigator.com
• Brazil's position in South America, separated by the expansive Atlantic Ocean from the primary theaters of potential conflict in Europe and Asia, substantially reduces the risks of direct invasion or aerial bombardment from distant powers. Grokipedia
• Chile remains at a clear advantage in trade within South America, and as an associate member of MERCOSUR it continues to enjoy free trade with the bloc, which in toto will strengthen its ties with Europe. ECPS
• Among the geopolitical frictions and systemic vulnerabilities is Chile's strategic decision to tender a subsea fiber optic cable connecting South America to Asia. ECPS
• A line that could change the future of Latin America, whose profile has always been more closely associated with the mere export of raw materials, without added value. BNamericas

Last updated: 03 August 2026