Latin American countries have imposed taxes on digital companies, closing gaps in competitiveness, according to a report by ECLAC. In general, business models in the digital economy pose challenges for tax systems. The fact that companies are not physically present and that the services they offer transcend geographical
Cargill, Continental Grain Company and Sanderson Farms announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for a joint venture between Cargill and Continental Grain to acquire Sanderson Farms for 203 per share in cash. This represents a total equity value for Sanderson Farms of $ 4.53 billion.
Brazil expects to award more than 100 contracts to private companies in 2021, according to information from the Brazilian government. From January to April 2021, the Investment Partnership Program (PPI) awarded 30 contracts to private operators, totaling more than 3.7 billion reais in revenues and more than 12.3
Coca-Cola FEMSA and Coca-Cola Andina reported this Wednesday that they acquired the Brazilian brand of craft beer Therezópolis. Overall, this agreement is part of the long-term strategy to complement its beer portfolio in Brazil. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and approvals and is expected to
Latin America and, in particular, South America have a high dependence on commodity exports, highlighted a UNCTAD report. To begin with, an important determinant of a country’s sensitivity to commodity price shocks is the share of commodities in its exports, which is the basis for the concept of
Lenovo, HP and Dell Technologies led the world in traditional PC sales in 2020, according to IDC. In sum, global computer sales posted a 13% year-on-year growth in 2020, to 302 million 605,000 units. After Lenovo (72 million 669,000 units), HP (67 million 646,000 units) and Del Technologies