I just read that while private equity investors in Latin America don't expect the region to begin recovery until possibly 2010, they feel strrongly that the the region continues to offer greater investment opportunity than many other areas around the world, according to the 2009 Annual Latin America Private Equity Survey by KPMG.
It appears that while everyone agrees that the global economic difficulties have affected Latin America, nearly 7 of 10 say it has only affected the region moderately. And nearly half feel the region is even more attractive today than ever before.
While this may surprise some but to others it’s recognition of the dynamic economies of the region and the investment opportunities that exist in countries that are politically stable and tied to free market principles such as Brazil, Colombia and Mexico. This can also be tied to how these countries have nurtured their own middle classes.
Are we seeing the first steps toward a more engaged global financial and investor community in Latin America? You mean someone is actually paying attention to Latin America again. Bravo!