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you are currently viewing:Slow Growth in Latin America and the Caribbean amid Global Uncertainty and Weak InvestmentApril 8, 2026--Reforms to help firms grow, innovate and compete can support better jobs
The subdued outlook reflects a challenging macroeconomic environment, with high borrowing costs, weak external demand, and inflationary pressures from geopolitical uncertainty damping private investment and job creation. The report argues that, with the right policies, the region can pivot and harness its natural resources, energy potential, and reform momentum to create quality jobs and foster more inclusive and productive growth. "Latin America and the Caribbean have the assets-and the reform capacity-to achieve far more. Source: worldbank.org |
J.P. Morgan Private Capital Expands Team with Senior Hires
March 30, 2026-Rand Araskog joins as Partner from Permira
Eric Ghernati transitions to Partner role from J.P. Morgan Asset Management U.S. Equity Group
J.P. Morgan Private Capital, the venture and growth equity investment arm within J.P. Morgan Asset Management, today announced the appointments of Rand Araskog and Eric Ghernati as Partners focused on investing in leading growth companies.
