The most important economies in the region are currently developing in a surprisingly similar way, but have completely different structures.

In South America, the democracies were able to hold their own: This is particularly true of Brazil, Colombia and Chile.

The chancellor’s trip paves the way for closer cooperation with the long-neglected region.

For Brazil, Argentina and Chile, but also for the German economy, the trip sends an important signal.

Mercosur was divided at the most recent summit. Brazil urgently needs to provide impetus for a new integration of South America.

A more agile funder with more risk appetite and capital would be an asset to the region.

The country’s democratic institutions have recently been put to the test, but they have held their ground.

Right-wing conservatives will dominate Congress and the states, even though a new president has not yet been named.

With 2.6 percent GDP growth, low unemployment, a stronger real and high investment inflows, the outlook is favorable.

Ahead of the constitutional decision in Chile and the elections in Brazil, investors are hesitant to commit. The outlook for growth is also gloomy.