AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTrade and Investment: Latin American and Caribbean goods exports rose 19.5% in the first half of 2026, outpacing global trade. The IDB says the growth creates an opening to attract investment, though certainty for investors will matter. Small-Business Logistics: Capital Q Ventures invested in regional logistics firm Carryt, which serves businesses across Colombia, Mexico, Brazil and Chile and connects consumer brands with small merchants. Caribbean Tourism: St. Kitts officials met with Carnival about its planned 2027 homeporting launch, with discussions focused on helping local businesses benefit from the new opportunities. Local Enterprise: Aruba’s San Nicolas Pop-Up Market has grown from 13 vendors to more than 90, bringing local sellers, food producers and artisans together. SME Finance: Colombian fintech FinMaq raised US$6.5 million to finance machinery for small and medium-sized businesses. Jamaican Investment: VM Group is courting diaspora investment, pointing to US$4 billion in overseas member deposits and opportunities in Jamaica.
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