Chile research video: a brighter mañana?

By Ana Gil

Last week Anthony was back on the road headed for South America’s hottest economy: Chile.

With a population of more than 17 million and nominal GDP over $248bn, Chile’s economy is currently the 6th largest in the Latin American continent, after Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia and Venezuela.

Yet, Chile’s economy delivered a growth rate over 4.6% in 2012, comfortably outpacing the regional average of 3.2%. Chile’s booming economy is characterised by near-full employment, strong foreign trade relationships and sound economic policy. Global exports account for 32% of Chile’s GDP, with China being its largest trade destination. But could a Chinese slowdown, fuelled by a buildup in China’s private sector credit, have major implications for this South American nation?

The value of investments will fluctuate, which will cause prices to fall as well as rise and you may not get back the original amount you invested. Past performance is not a guide to future performance.

Ana Gil

Job Title: Investment Director

Specialist Subjects: High yield credit, inflation

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