Why (some) Banks Are Going To Latin America

newsfeedback@fool.com (Motley Fool Staff), The Motley Fool
Mon, 07/25/2016 - 3:43am

From Mexico to Brazil, interest rates are still quite high in Latin and Central America. With 10-year government bond yields in the double-digits, Brazil is one of the bright spots for international banks. Watch this podcast to learn how giants like Banco Santander (NYSE: SAN) are capitalizing on higher interest rates in Brazil, and why Latin American banking has its own unique perils.In this clip from the Industry Focus: Financials podcast, The Motley Fool's Gaby Lapera and contributor Jordan Wathen discuss the unique risks and opportunities of lending to Latin American consumers and borrowers relative to lending in established markets around the world.A transcript follows the video.Continue reading

Topics: mexico central banco santander nyse san industry focus the motley fool lapera jordan wathen brazil latin america banks rates interest unique lending podcast

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