In 2024, Latin American countries are expected to see varying trends in inflation. After experiencing inflationary shocks between 2021 and 2022, many countries in the region began moving towards more moderate inflation rates in 2023. Argentina and Venezuela remained exceptions, with significantly higher rates. Central banks across Latin America conducted surveys with banks and consulting […]
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