This article is adapted from AQ’s special report on trends to watch in Latin America in 2025
As the region deals with uncertainty in its ties with the U.S. under Trump 2.0, several countries may have a more favorable economic outlook than in 2024 while contending with heightened political tensions. Citizens in five countries will vote for president this year, with key races on the horizon in 2026.
In this snapshot, AQ reviews trends to follow—including presidents’ priorities, upcoming elections, and developments in foreign relations—and provides economic forecasts along with key trade, investment, and governance indicators.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Emilie Sweigart
Reading Time: 2 minutesSweigart is an editor at Americas Quarterly and a policy manager at the Americas Society/Council of the Americas
