Global Scans · South America · Weekly Summary

• [New] In 2025, Elea Data Centers announced Rio AI City - a 1.5GW AI-powered data center hub at the Olympic Park, set to expand to 3.2GW by 2032 and run on 100% clean energy, positioning Rio as one of the largest digital infrastructure hubs in all of Latin America. Alcor Recruitment & EOR for Tech
• [New] Latin America and the Caribbean: Growth is expected to slow to 2.2% in 2026 before rising to 2.5% in 2027. World Bank
• [New] Latin America holds significant untapped potential as a low-cost renewable hydrogen production region. evolvancemarketresearch.com
• [New] The US will maintain its muscular foreign policy posture vis-a-vis Latin America to safeguard what it considers national security interests. Fitch Solutions
• [New] Underdeveloped consumer finance markets in Latin America could be an opportunity for MercadoLibre to expand its credit revenue faster than expected. Morningstar, Inc.
• [New] Latin America is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period, due to companies moving on from prototyping to production of finished products. Precedence Research
• [New] Latin America is expected to experience significant growth during the predicted timeframe, due to increased digital transformation, AI investments, and the development of start-ups. Precedence Research
• [New] Regional content hubs in Asia, Africa, and Latin America will emerge as key growth nodes, supported by localized AI dubbing solutions tailored to specific linguistic and cultural contexts. Verified Market Reports
• [New] Latin America is projected to be the fastest-growing region during the forecast period. Global Market Insights Inc.
• [New] As a result of larger production in South America, world corn ending stocks are expected to rise to 298.1 mmt, up slightly from the previous year. DTN Progressive Farmer
• [New] Historically, major sporting events have provided significant revenue opportunities for food companies across South America, and many firms have already launched marketing campaigns tied to national team participation and fan engagement. flavorist.com
• [New] Residents will travel abroad to receive medical care from popular medical tourism destinations like Mexico, Canada, and South America. Cancer Nursing Today
• [New] Latin America is expected to grow at a notable CAGR in the foreseeable future, due to offshore oil exploration, marine research, and increasing subsea inspection activities. Precedence Research
• [New] Corteva will contract farmers in North and South America, and Europe to grow mustard seed, sunflower, and canola feedstocks. Stock Titan
• [New] A technology company might distribute engineering resources across Eastern Europe for deep technical expertise, Latin America for time zone alignment with North America, and Southeast Asia for scale and cost efficiency. Safeguard Global
• [New] Under the ETS, the planet will heat up 2.4 C by 2050, with emissions from two of the three biggest polluters - India, Southeast Asia and Latin America - continuing to rise. Energy Connects
• [New] While other nations concentrate on viability and export potential, South America is still developing, with Brazil and Argentina utilizing renewable resources for future green ammonia production. Transpire Insight
• By 2040, Asia and the Pacific are expected to remain the largest users of livestock antimicrobials, making up nearly 65% of global use, followed by South America at about 19%. CNS Media
• Lower projected canola production in Australia and weather concerns in parts of South America add another layer of supply risk. Ag Bull Trading
• Several markets across Central and South America are forecast to post strong Travel & Tourism growth in 2026. World Travel & Tourism Council
• Displacement: Flooding in Southern Africa and South America, combined with drought-induced agricultural collapse, could trigger climate migration. Through my Asian lens
• WTTC's latest Economic Impact Research forecasts Travel & Tourism GDP across Central and South America will grow 4.1% in 2026, ahead of the global average of 3.2%. World Travel & Tourism Council
• Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are emerging as potential hydrogen production hubs, which could eventually stimulate downstream fuel cell deployment as export and domestic energy markets evolve. Vantage Market Research

Last updated: 22 June 2026