Carlyle's Axalta to gain from expanding car markets and collisions in Brazil and Mexico
According to Axalta CEO Charlie Shaver, the Carlyle owned paint and coatings firm would benefit from car population increases in Mexico and Brazil.
South/Central America
Joe Biden Administration Sanctions Colombian Maritime Companies Preying on Vulnerable Migrants Seeking to Enter US
The administration of President of Joe Biden has implemented visa restrictions on executives of several Colombian maritime transportation companies accused of exploiting vulnerable migrants seeking to enter the US.
American Businessman Accused of Hiring Hitman to Kill His Wife for Massive Insurance Money Admits Funneling Millions to Lover's Business
An American businessman is currently on trial in Jamaica for allegedly hiring a hitman to kill his wife to collect a massive life insurance payout...
Taiwan Seeks US Funding as Chinese Warplanes Slowly Approach the Country
Taiwan's military engages in talks with the United States over newly allocated funding following reports of Chinese military aircraft breaching the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait...
Brazil Judge Opens Inquiry Into Elon Musk for Alleged Obstruction of Justice
A Supreme Court judge in Brazil has launched an investigation into Elon Musk for alleged obstruction of justice...
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Rousseff says proven NSA spying on Petrobas will be industrial espionage
Brazil President Dilma Rousseff on Monday was demanding an explanation to reports of hacking by US National Security Agency (NSA) into Brazilian companies's computer networks, and also into her email
To avoid bankruptcy, OGX Petroleo may seek more cash from bondholders
OGX Petroleo, Eike Batista's flagship company, may seek more financial assistance from bondholders to avoid seeking bankruptcy protection.
Credit downgrade threatens Brazil- analysis
A Reuters analysis report revealed that Brazil could fail its primary surplus target for 2014 which could downgrade its credit rating.
Petrobras divests Colombia assets to raise funds
Petrobras, in a campaign to raise funds for its pre-salt mine exploration, had sold some of its stakes and pipelines in Colombia.
Neeleman to redo IPO for Azul
Azul CEO David Neeleman would be pushing through with an IPO after it cancelled its scheduled IPO last August because of unfavorable market conditions.
ThyssenKrupp AG reconsidering sale of Brazil steel facility
ThyssenKrupp AG is reconsidering the sale of its Steel Americas unit, selling off only its US operations.
Bechtel opens new office for Gulf region projects
According to Bechtel EAME President David Welch, the growing business in the Gulf region required the opening of a new office.
America Movil shares decline while discussing KPN buyout
The deal where America Movil bids for KPN Foundation is unclear.
CTPartners inks deal to buy Taylor Executive Consultancy Latam
CTPartners signs a letter of intent to buy Taylor Executive Consultancy Latam.
