Regional Spotlight LATAM 2026

Discover the opportunities and challenges for businesses operating in this dynamic region. 

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Spotlighting Latin America

Latin America is entering a period of rapid change. A shift in US policy under the second Trump administration has intensified great power competition across infrastructure, energy, and critical minerals — with significant implications for international businesses and investors.

At the same time, inflation, currency volatility, debt pressures, and external shocks are straining governments, while rising social tensions, declining public trust, organised crime, and disruptive technologies add further complexity.

For organisations operating in the region, these overlapping pressures are reshaping the compliance landscape. Even the most sophisticated businesses are being tested in their ability to anticipate and respond.

In Regional Spotlight: LATAM 2026, S-RM’s Americas experts draw on active casework to deliver practical insights into the evolving risk environment — helping organisations manage exposure and stay ahead of emerging threats.

Download the report to explore the key risks shaping Latin America’s compliance landscape in 2026 and what they mean for your organisation.

Topics explored

From traffickers to terrorists

A detailed analysis of Trump’s “War on Drugs” and its significant compliance implications for business across the region.

Getting ahead of USMCA 2.0

Will the review of the United-States-Mexico-Canada agreement result in fine-tuning or major overhaul?

Venezuela in a post-Maduro world

What are the commercial opportunities and risks in Venezuela's post-Maduro transition period?

The Banco Master scandal

The unfolding Banco Master scandal has the potential to be Brazil’s next 'Lava Jato'. We explore the cross-border compliance risks it poses for international businesses.

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