In this episode, we sit down with Jose M. Linares, Senior Executive Vice President and Global Head of Corporate & Investment Banking at Banco Santander. He provides an insider’s perspective on the shifting economic tides in Latin America. We explore the changes in Bolivia, the pro-business momentum in Argentina, and the challenges and opportunities for Brazil. From the energy transition and the mineral demands of AI to the massive infrastructure deficit, Jose explains why he is more optimistic about the region today than at any point since the 1990s.

Production: Sustainable LatAm

Presenters

• Andrew Thompson - International journalist & political-risk analyst with deep LatAm coverage (OBG, EIU, Latin News; ex-Head BBC Learning English).
• Alberto Souviron - International journalist and digital comms leader for EM investors; ex BBC/Newsweek/Lloyd’s Register.
• Julian Seydoux - AI-driven finance entrepreneur (FirmView AI, Fast Audit AI); ex-Moody’s/Consilium; cross-border EM & LatAm focus.