https://latinamericaherald.com/c/business Business en-419 https://latinamericaherald.com/a/2026-09-01-latin-american-markets-mixed-as-dollar-softens-and-oil-prices-rise-f89679d3e8 https://latinamericaherald.com/a/2026-09-01-latin-american-markets-mixed-as-dollar-softens-and-oil-prices-rise-f89679d3e8 Latin American markets posted mixed results on Sept. 1, with Brazil’s equities extending a nine-day advance while regional currencies remained on course for a weak monthly performance. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:51:06 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/2026-08-31-santander-reaffirms-commitment-to-brazil-after-strong-first-half-earni-5bab187dff https://latinamericaherald.com/a/2026-08-31-santander-reaffirms-commitment-to-brazil-after-strong-first-half-earni-5bab187dff Banco Santander’s Brazilian subsidiary produced the group’s second-highest profit globally in the first half of the year, as Executive Chairman Ana Botin underscored Brazil’s role in the bank’s business model at an annual conference in São Paulo. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:56:01 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-28-stock-futures-rise-as-investors-await-the-fed-and-big-tech-results-gol https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-28-stock-futures-rise-as-investors-await-the-fed-and-big-tech-results-gol Stocks pointed higher ahead of the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and a wave of major earnings, while gold surged to fresh records and bitcoin traded near $90,000. The day’s narrative blended macro policy risk, mega-cap tech reporting, and corporate cost-cutting, including news of additional large Amazon layoffs and investor attention on health-insurer volatility after UnitedHealth’s sharp decline. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:18:28 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-28-earnings-moves-jolt-major-stocks-as-boeing-unitedhealth-gm-and-america https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-28-earnings-moves-jolt-major-stocks-as-boeing-unitedhealth-gm-and-america Several big U.S. companies saw sharp stock moves after posting fourth-quarter 2025 results, with investors weighing profit, revenue and outlook signals. Boeing shares fell after a loss missed expectations, UnitedHealth plunged despite massive revenue, GM rose after beating estimates, and American Airlines slid after an earnings miss, according to a Jan. 28 market roundup. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:12:08 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-28-chip-stocks-lift-u-s-futures-as-investors-look-to-big-tech-results-and https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-28-chip-stocks-lift-u-s-futures-as-investors-look-to-big-tech-results-and A semiconductor-led rally pushed U.S. stock index futures higher as traders positioned for major earnings reports and a Federal Reserve decision. Optimism grew after record profit at a key memory supplier, strong orders at a leading chip-equipment maker, and an upbeat outlook from a major U.S. analog chipmaker, all feeding expectations that tech demand remains resilient. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:27 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-stocks-and-investors-brace-for-the-fed-as-attention-shifts-to-rates-ea https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-stocks-and-investors-brace-for-the-fed-as-attention-shifts-to-rates-ea U.S. markets are heading into a pivotal week as the Federal Reserve meets and major companies report earnings. Barron’s highlights a mix of seasonal market momentum, macro uncertainty, and event-driven risk—from interest-rate expectations to the economic impact of severe winter weather. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:05:06 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-stocks-wobble-on-earnings-unitedhealth-plunges-while-corning-jumps-on- https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-stocks-wobble-on-earnings-unitedhealth-plunges-while-corning-jumps-on- Markets moved in different directions as corporate results rolled in. A weak UnitedHealth forecast hit insurers, while Corning surged after announcing a massive investment agreement tied to Meta’s infrastructure needs. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:53 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-gm-boosts-shareholder-returns-as-investors-parse-a-heavy-earnings-morn https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-gm-boosts-shareholder-returns-as-investors-parse-a-heavy-earnings-morn A busy earnings day put major U.S. companies in focus, with General Motors drawing attention for raising its dividend and authorizing a large share buyback even as it reported a quarterly loss. Markets also weighed broader signals ahead of the Fed’s rate decision. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:48:38 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-south-korean-auto-stocks-rebound-after-trump-threatens-25-tariffs-tied https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-south-korean-auto-stocks-rebound-after-trump-threatens-25-tariffs-tied Markets in Seoul steadied after an early selloff when President Donald Trump said tariffs on South Korean goods could rise to 25%, with automakers recovering losses even as the won weakened and officials prepared urgent talks. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:43:14 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-cms-proposes-nearly-flat-2027-medicare-advantage-payment-update-sparki https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-cms-proposes-nearly-flat-2027-medicare-advantage-payment-update-sparki A new CMS advance notice proposes a net average payment increase of 0.09% for Medicare Advantage in 2027, an early signal that Washington is prioritizing payment accuracy and sustainability—while insurers warn margins are already under strain. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:37:33 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-fed-expected-to-hold-rates-steady-as-powell-faces-doj-probe-and-white- https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-27-fed-expected-to-hold-rates-steady-as-powell-faces-doj-probe-and-white- Markets are bracing for the Federal Reserve’s first policy decision of 2026, with expectations centered on a pause after last year’s rate cuts. The meeting arrives as Chair Jerome Powell faces a Justice Department investigation and intensifying political pressure as President Trump weighs a successor before Powell’s term ends in May. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:31:28 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-u-s-takes-stake-in-usa-rare-earth-in-1-6-billion-push-to-build-domesti https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-u-s-takes-stake-in-usa-rare-earth-in-1-6-billion-push-to-build-domesti The Trump administration moved to acquire a minority stake in USA Rare Earth as part of a $1.6 billion package combining direct funding and a large loan. The deal aims to expand U.S. rare-earth mining and magnet manufacturing capacity and reduce reliance on China-dominated processing. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:32:02 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-gold-breaks-5-000-an-ounce-as-investors-seek-safety-amid-u-s-policy-tu https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-gold-breaks-5-000-an-ounce-as-investors-seek-safety-amid-u-s-policy-tu Gold surged above $5,000 an ounce for the first time, underscoring a rush into perceived safe havens as investors react to uncertainty around U.S. policy, trade tensions, and currency volatility. Analysts say demand reflects anxiety about risk assets and doubts about stability in major markets. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:27:51 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-wall-street-rebounds-after-trump-calls-off-greenland-related-tariffs-e https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-wall-street-rebounds-after-trump-calls-off-greenland-related-tariffs-e U.S. stocks recovered after President Donald Trump said he would not move forward with planned tariffs on several European countries tied to disputes over Greenland. The rebound followed a steep drop a day earlier sparked by fears of a widening trade fight and renewed volatility for global markets. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:18:17 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-markets-steady-ahead-of-fed-week-as-gold-tops-5-000-and-storm-snarls-t https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-markets-steady-ahead-of-fed-week-as-gold-tops-5-000-and-storm-snarls-t U.S. stock futures were little changed Monday as investors looked toward major earnings and an upcoming Federal Reserve decision. Gold futures broke above $5,000 per ounce amid geopolitical and economic uncertainty, while severe winter weather fueled widespread flight cancellations and delays. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:08:00 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-trump-administration-takes-stake-in-usa-rare-earth-as-u-s-pushes-to-lo https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-trump-administration-takes-stake-in-usa-rare-earth-as-u-s-pushes-to-lo The U.S. Commerce Department is backing USA Rare Earth with a proposed $1.6 billion package tied to domestic mining and magnet manufacturing, part of a broader effort to build a homegrown rare-earth supply chain. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:57:45 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-usa-rare-earth-jumps-after-reports-of-1-6-billion-u-s-investment-and-1 https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-usa-rare-earth-jumps-after-reports-of-1-6-billion-u-s-investment-and-1 Shares of USA Rare Earth surged after reports said the U.S. government would invest $1.6 billion for a roughly 10% stake, part of a broader push to build domestic critical-minerals supply chains. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:47:40 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-trump-administration-takes-stake-in-usa-rare-earth-in-1-6-billion-inve https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-trump-administration-takes-stake-in-usa-rare-earth-in-1-6-billion-inve The U.S. Commerce Department is investing $1.6 billion in USA Rare Earth to support a Texas mine and an Oklahoma magnet facility, part of a broader effort to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals and manufacturing inputs. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:33:42 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-u-s-market-recap-highlights-vix-uptick-and-a-mixed-batch-of-big-compan https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-u-s-market-recap-highlights-vix-uptick-and-a-mixed-batch-of-big-compan A market roundup noted a modest rise in the VIX and underscored how earnings surprises are driving sharp single-stock moves, with financials and airlines among the names reacting to Q4 results. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:24:19 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-markets-brace-for-the-fed-s-january-decision-as-investors-expect-a-pau https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-markets-brace-for-the-fed-s-january-decision-as-investors-expect-a-pau Investors are focused on the Federal Reserve’s meeting this week, with widespread expectations that officials will hold rates steady after recent reductions and that the chair’s messaging will be central to markets. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:16:48 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-usa-rare-earth-shares-surge-as-report-details-1-6-billion-federal-pack https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-usa-rare-earth-shares-surge-as-report-details-1-6-billion-federal-pack USA Rare Earth shares jumped in premarket trading after reports said the Trump administration will take a 10% stake as part of a $1.6 billion debt-and-equity investment package, alongside a separate private financing. The move is the latest in Washington’s push to strengthen domestic supply chains for strategic minerals and reduce reliance on China. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:10:07 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-wall-street-steadies-ahead-of-fed-decision-as-tariff-risk-rises-and-ra https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-26-wall-street-steadies-ahead-of-fed-decision-as-tariff-risk-rises-and-ra Markets opened the week focused on a Fed rate decision and a packed earnings calendar, while gold surged to records. Investors also weighed President Trump’s new tariff threats toward Canada and a jump in USA Rare Earths after the company said it expects fresh government-backed financing aimed at strengthening U.S. supply chains. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:05:32 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-tiktok-reaches-deal-to-keep-operating-in-the-u-s-via-new-joint-venture https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-tiktok-reaches-deal-to-keep-operating-in-the-u-s-via-new-joint-venture TikTok struck an agreement that would allow it to remain in the United States by forming a new joint venture with majority U.S. ownership, according to the Financial Times. The arrangement includes major U.S. investors and places key operations on Oracle infrastructure, while critics question whether security concerns are fully resolved. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:04:21 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-airline-disruption-ripples-into-markets-as-winter-storm-triggers-mass- https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-airline-disruption-ripples-into-markets-as-winter-storm-triggers-mass- Nearly 15,000 U.S. flights were canceled through Monday as a storm shut down key hubs; investors weighed the operational and revenue hit while airlines issued broad travel waivers. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:59:21 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-netflix-changes-warner-bros-discovery-deal-to-all-cash-keeping-27-75-p https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-netflix-changes-warner-bros-discovery-deal-to-all-cash-keeping-27-75-p Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery amended their merger agreement to an all-cash structure, aiming to provide more certainty for shareholders and accelerate the timeline toward a vote expected by April 2026. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:49:08 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-winter-storm-disrupts-u-s-commerce-as-outages-and-travel-shutdowns-rip https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-winter-storm-disrupts-u-s-commerce-as-outages-and-travel-shutdowns-rip The same storm system bringing widespread ice and snow is also hitting business operations, from flight cancellations to power failures that interrupt factories, warehouses and retailers. Companies and local governments are bracing for knock-on effects as the cold lingers. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:39:01 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-brace-for-fed-decision-and-heavy-earnings-week-as-tariff-threa https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-brace-for-fed-decision-and-heavy-earnings-week-as-tariff-threa Investors are watching the Federal Reserve’s first 2026 rate decision and a wave of major corporate earnings while political uncertainty—tariff threats and potential shutdown brinkmanship—adds to volatility concerns. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:31:15 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-earnings-surge-approaches-as-investors-brace-for-a-high-stakes https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-earnings-surge-approaches-as-investors-brace-for-a-high-stakes Investors are heading into a heavy earnings stretch featuring major technology and industrial names, with attention split between corporate guidance, interest-rate expectations, and market volatility after a politically tense start to the year. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:20:32 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-brace-for-the-fed-s-first-2026-rate-decision-as-major-earnings https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-brace-for-the-fed-s-first-2026-rate-decision-as-major-earnings Investors are watching the Federal Reserve’s upcoming rate decision and a heavy slate of corporate earnings across tech, industrials, energy and finance, looking for signals on inflation, growth and the trajectory of AI spending. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:10:07 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-netflix-switches-warner-bros-discovery-bid-to-all-cash-deal-as-rival-p https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-netflix-switches-warner-bros-discovery-bid-to-all-cash-deal-as-rival-p Netflix revised its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming assets into an all-cash offer, aiming to speed up shareholder approval while fending off a rival tender offer from Paramount-Skydance and preparing for antitrust scrutiny. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:59:58 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-stocks-tumble-after-trump-tariff-threats-tied-to-greenland-investors-r https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-stocks-tumble-after-trump-tariff-threats-tied-to-greenland-investors-r U.S. markets logged their worst day in months as tariff threats against multiple European countries reignited trade-war fears and pushed investors toward gold and other havens. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:50:09 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-davos-2026-closes-with-growth-and-geopolitical-risk-dominating-the-age https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-davos-2026-closes-with-growth-and-geopolitical-risk-dominating-the-age The World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos (Jan. 19–23, 2026) wrapped with leaders and executives debating growth, contested geopolitics, and how innovation can scale responsibly amid rising tensions. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:39:52 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-look-to-fed-decision-and-mega-cap-tech-earnings-as-2026-begins https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-look-to-fed-decision-and-mega-cap-tech-earnings-as-2026-begins Investors are bracing for the Federal Reserve’s first rate decision of 2026 and a wave of high-profile corporate earnings. With inflation still elevated, markets will scrutinize Chair Jerome Powell’s messaging alongside results from Microsoft, Meta, Tesla and Apple. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:34:06 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-stocks-slide-as-tariff-threats-rattle-markets-with-big-tech-leading-th https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-stocks-slide-as-tariff-threats-rattle-markets-with-big-tech-leading-th U.S. equities fell sharply after renewed tariff fears and geopolitics revived a ‘risk-off’ mood, pushing investors away from high-multiple names and sending major indexes to their weakest session in months. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:25:45 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-u-s-stocks-sink-after-trump-tariff-threats-tied-to-greenland-stoke-fea https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-u-s-stocks-sink-after-trump-tariff-threats-tied-to-greenland-stoke-fea Markets slid as investors reacted to President Trump’s threatened tariffs on several NATO countries amid an escalating dispute over Greenland. Technology stocks led the losses, and the selloff revived concerns about how geopolitics could translate into higher trade barriers and renewed volatility. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:14:47 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-u-s-and-taiwan-sign-trade-and-investment-agreement-aimed-at-reshoring- https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-u-s-and-taiwan-sign-trade-and-investment-agreement-aimed-at-reshoring- The U.S. Commerce Department says a new agreement with Taiwan will spur at least $250 billion in direct investments by Taiwanese semiconductor and technology firms in U.S. chip, AI, and energy capacity, alongside additional credit guarantees designed to expand the broader supply-chain ecosystem. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:07:55 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-davos-spotlight-trump-launches-board-of-peace-with-membership-price-ta https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-davos-spotlight-trump-launches-board-of-peace-with-membership-price-ta At the World Economic Forum in Davos, President Donald Trump announced a new ‘Board of Peace’ initiative, unveiling a charter and describing a structure that includes a $1bn fee for permanent membership. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:03:41 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-wall-street-ends-a-volatile-week-as-intel-tumbles-gold-climbs-and-inve https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-wall-street-ends-a-volatile-week-as-intel-tumbles-gold-climbs-and-inve U.S. markets finished the week mixed as investors weighed earnings, shifting expectations about inflation and growth, and renewed geopolitical and policy uncertainty. Intel sank after issuing a weak forecast, while gold pushed to another record as some investors sought safety. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:58:27 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-airlines-count-the-cost-as-winter-storm-wipes-out-thousands-of-flights https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-airlines-count-the-cost-as-winter-storm-wipes-out-thousands-of-flights The sprawling winter storm that crippled weekend travel is forcing airlines to cancel thousands of flights, triggering rebooking chaos, customer-service bottlenecks and broader business impacts as hubs and supply chains struggle with disruptions. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:53:59 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-slide-after-trump-threatens-tariffs-on-european-countries-tied https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-slide-after-trump-threatens-tariffs-on-european-countries-tied U.S. stocks fell sharply after President Trump threatened new tariffs on imports from multiple European countries amid tensions linked to Greenland, spurring investor flight to traditional safe havens and raising fears of retaliation. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:50:41 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-slide-after-trump-ties-new-tariffs-to-greenland-dispute-pushin https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-slide-after-trump-ties-new-tariffs-to-greenland-dispute-pushin U.S. stocks fell sharply after President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on imports from several European countries amid a dispute over Greenland. The selloff hit major indexes and weighed on big tech, while investors sought safety in assets such as gold. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:39:07 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-storm-driven-shutdowns-and-travel-chaos-ripple-across-local-economies- https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-storm-driven-shutdowns-and-travel-chaos-ripple-across-local-economies- As Winter Storm Fern expands across the country, businesses from airlines to retailers are bracing for a weekend of lost sales, disrupted supply deliveries and staffing gaps. The biggest near-term costs are showing up in travel and logistics, with spillover effects expected for schools, hospitals and municipal services. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:29:47 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-brace-for-the-fed-s-first-2026-decision-as-big-tech-earnings-t https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-markets-brace-for-the-fed-s-first-2026-decision-as-big-tech-earnings-t Investors are watching the Federal Reserve for guidance on rates while Microsoft, Meta, Tesla and Apple headline a heavy earnings week that could reset expectations for AI spending and growth. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:51:37 GMT https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-netflix-shifts-warner-bros-discovery-bid-to-all-cash-as-hollywood-deal https://latinamericaherald.com/a/business-2026-01-25-netflix-shifts-warner-bros-discovery-bid-to-all-cash-as-hollywood-deal A revised all-cash structure is meant to add certainty in a contested push for Warner Bros. Discovery, as media giants weigh scale and streaming economics. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:26:47 GMT