Wheat Slides to Six-Month Low on Big US Harvest | Grains Wrap, Nov 9
Wheat closed Monday at its lowest in at least six months as a heavy US harvest and Brazil's record soy crop weighed on grains ahead of a key USDA report.
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Oil Fund Falls 3.9% as War Premium Drains | Oil Wrap, Nov 9
Oil fell 3.87% on Monday as traders sold war risk and Wall Street rallied. Petrobras has lost 27.81% in 20 sessions; Ecopetrol rose.
Gerdau Rises 4.6% as Latin American Steel Rallies | Steel Wrap, Nov 9
Gerdau and Ternium jumped on Monday 9 November 2026 as markets rallied, while CSN fell. Chinese imports, tariffs and Mexican demand explain the split.
Nexa Rises 5.6% as Zinc Miners Rebound | Zinc Wrap, Nov 9
Nexa Resources and Buenaventura, the stock-market proxies for zinc, rebounded on Monday, November 9, 2026 as a weaker dollar and calmer markets lifted miners.
Vale Shares Rise 3.3% as Iron Ore Names Rebound | Iron Ore Wrap, Nov 9
Vale's New York shares rose for a fourth session as markets cheered and the dollar eased, but iron ore remains far below its April peak.
Lithium Miners Fund Rises 0.7%, Stays 33% Below Peak | Lithium Wrap, Nov 9
Lithium miners' ETF rose on a risk-on Monday, yet Albemarle and SQM slipped as China's lithium price kept sliding. The bounce sits in a deep slump.
Copper Fund Rises 2.0% as Miners Jump | Copper Wrap, Nov 9
Copper tracker rebounded 2.0% after its worst week since March as miners jumped, though the fund is still 7.2% below its September high.
Colombian Peso Slips to 3,269 per Dollar | Colombia Market Report, Nov 9
The Colombian peso weakened as the dollar closed at 3,269 pesos on 9 November, with oil lower despite a Wall Street rally. Here is why, and what to watch.
Chile Stocks Rise 0.5% as Peso Gains 1% | Chile Market Report, Nov 9
Chile stock market: the IPSA index rose 0.50% to 10,590 while the peso strengthened to 967.23 per dollar on a weaker US dollar and a Wall Street rally.
Mexico Stocks Rise 1.0% as Peso Firms | Mexico Market Report, Nov 9
The Mexico stock market closed at 72,105, up 1.00%, a 12-month high, as the peso firmed and Wall Street rallied after Banxico's rate cut.
Sudamericana Final Set for 5:30 p.m. Eastern
Boca Juniors and Atlético Mineiro play a single-leg final on 21 November at 5:30 p.m. ET; what has changed and how US fans can follow.
What to Do in Hurghada in November 2026
One fixed date, the El Gouna Half Marathon on 21 November, plus weekly hotel evenings and clock tips for expats on Egypt's Red Sea coast.
What to Do in Cuenca in November 2026
Cuenca’s holiday week is over, but November still has Martin Garrix on 14 November, a free salsa night, symphonic concerts and art shows.
What to Do in Panama City in November 2026: Metal, Marathon and the Christmas Lights
From 10 November: a holiday, the 50th Panama marathon, a Soda Stereo tribute, Testament from US$64 and the Christmas tree lighting on 29 November.
What to Do in Córdoba in November 2026
Córdoba's November brings Pope Leo XIV's Mass on 10 November, Argentina v Costa Rica on 17 November, Gorillaz on 26 November and a free book fair.
What to Do in Mombasa in November 2026
Mombasa's November 2026 centres on the free Mombasa Carnival on 14 November, with a Diani dance festival and a Malindi beach marathon. Dates and prices.
Rubio Sees New Venezuela Court by December
Marco Rubio says Venezuela should have new Supreme Court justices by mid-December, with a new electoral council to follow before any presidential vote.
Brazil Court Fines Assaí Over Bathroom Curbs
A Brazilian labour court fined the Assaí chain R$50,000 (about US$9,100) and ordered it to end bathroom limits and other pressure on workers.
Pemex Plans US$97B Investment to 2030
Pemex plans more than 1.8 trillion pesos (about US$97 billion) of its own money by 2030 and says it cut debt by over US$20 billion in under two years.
Brazil Stocks Rebound 2.2%, Real Stays Weak
Brazil's stock index gained about 3,700 points on Monday after a Wall Street rally, but the real stayed weak and shares remain 16% below pre-election levels.
Cabo Verde Holds 11 in Drug Network Probe
A Praia court ordered 11 of 20 suspects held in custody in Operation Shark and restricted the duties of the other nine, the PGR said.
Ecuador Campus Bill Worries Student Groups
Student groups say Ecuador's draft higher education law could criminalise campus protest. The Assembly has set no debate date and the government is silent.
Ecuador Local Elections Dates Voters Need
Ecuador votes on Sunday 29 November 2026 for mayors, prefects and councils. Here are the campaign, silence, results and fine dates.
Court Leaves Uribe Case With Prosecutors
Colombia's Constitutional Court declined to decide who investigates ex-president Álvaro Uribe over two 1990s massacres, leaving the case with prosecutors.
Peru Central Bank Adds Three Board Members
Three economists chosen by Peru's Senate took the oath on 9 November, giving the central bank a full seven-member board for the sol.
US Envoy Wants US Firms in Peru Rebuild
Ambassador Bernie Navarro pledged US backing for Peru's rebuilding after El Niño and urged clear tender rules so American firms can compete.
Peru Plans US$5.2B Spending Against El Niño
Peru will add US$5.2 billion of spending in 2027 to cushion El Niño, with a 2.4% deficit target and no stated cap if the damage grows.
Brazil Storm Alerts Explained for Visitors
Inmet’s orange alert signals dangerous weather. This guide explains each colour, how to get alerts in São Paulo and Rio, and what to do.
At Least Six Die in Colombia Tunnel Crash
A minibus and a truck collided inside Tunnel 6 on Colombia's main road to Buenaventura on 9 November, killing at least six and closing the highway.
Colombian Air Raids Kill Four, Capture Six
A bombing in Colombia's Catatumbo region killed four armed-group members and led to six arrests. Here is why the raid matters to US readers.
Kenya Flags Data Bundles Draining Too Early
The Communications Authority of Kenya says 88.1% of 479 escalated complaints were resolved, while 44 concerned data billing and charging.
Paraguay Senate Backs New Central Bank Chief
Paraguay's Senate approved economist Jorge Schreiner as central bank president 31 votes to one, as President Alliana puts his cabinet on notice.
JBS Expected to Post Weaker Third Quarter
JBS is due to report third-quarter earnings on 9 November, with analysts expecting a weaker quarter as beef exports to China face limits.
López Obrador’s Son Presses TV Azteca Owner
Andy López Beltrán answered TV Azteca owner Ricardo Salinas Pliego in a 30-minute video, accusing him of a smear campaign and posing a list of questions.
Aeroméxico to Fly to Nashville, New Orleans
Aeroméxico and Delta announced nonstop flights from Mexico City to Nashville, New Orleans and San Juan starting in June 2027, four a week each.
Chile’s Matte Family Now Relies on Banking
Chile's Matte family now earns far more from its bank group Bicecorp than from paper giant CMPC in the first half; CMPC posted a loss on 5 November.
Argentina Power Firm Edenor Widens Into Fuel
Edenor's nine-month accounts show net income down 12.5% and debt up 67% as the Buenos Aires utility moves into gas, fuel and mining.
Colombia Oil Union Rejects Ecopetrol Sale
Colombia's USO oil union rejected a conservative proposal to sell more state-held Ecopetrol shares to cover the fiscal gap, as the draft names no price.
Chile Wants Copper Miner Bonuses Paid Back
Minister Daniel Mas says every bonus paid at Codelco must be returned, after the world's largest copper producer admitted overstating its output.
Chile Fuel Chief Urges Action on Growth
Empresas Copec chief Eduardo Navarro asked Chile for faster investment approvals and less political conflict, after a US$289 million third-quarter profit.
Brazil Meat Giant Up 13% Before Third Quarter
MBRF shares rose 12.7% on 9 November, three days before third-quarter results, after a US filing gave an early look at its National Beef unit.
Kenya Treasury Would Give Up Bank Rate Veto
Kenya’s Treasury chief John Mbadi wants the central bank to approve bank rate changes, a move that could shield lenders from loan refund claims.
Gambia’s President to File for Third Term
Adama Barrow is due to file for a third term on 10 November, as 12 nominations reach the electoral commission and one rival’s eligibility is disputed.
Ethiopia’s Bills Yield Far Below Bank Rate
Ethiopia sold Birr 22.5485 billion (about US$140 million) of Treasury bills at yields far below the 16% policy rate. Here is what lies behind the gap.
Egypt Signs US$42 Million Offshore Gas Deal
Egypt signed an East Alexandria gas deal with Cheiron on Monday 9 November, committing at least US$42 million and three exploration wells offshore.
Senegal Sends Envoy to Mali’s Junta Leader
Cheikh Niang, Senegal's foreign minister, brought President Faye's message to Mali's General Goïta as Dakar, chair of ECOWAS, seeks dialogue.
Suriname Aims to Stop Oil Pushing Up Prices
Suriname’s president wants three oil funds, more local food and trained local workers so the 2028 oil start does not push up prices for citizens.
Peru Copper Hits 4-Month Low After US Vote
Copper hit a four-month low near US$6.2 a pound after the US election sell-off in tech shares, and Peru, a top-three producer, is exposed.
Peru Penalises Account Lending for Extortion
Peru will punish people who lend bank accounts or digital wallets for extortion payments, and a second decree widens legal protection for self-defence.
Sheinbaum to Retry Mexico Election Overhaul
President Claudia Sheinbaum said on 9 November she will send Congress a new electoral reform after the 2027 elections, aimed at party lists and party funding.
Guyana’s Aurora Gold Mine Books US$334M
Guyana's Aurora Gold Mine sold US$334 million of gold in six months; its royalty is not published, and an 8% rate would mean about US$26.7 million.
Guatemala Ex-Aide Drops US Sanctions Appeal
A US appeals court let Miguel Martínez withdraw his challenge, so a judge's ruling upholding his Treasury sanctions over alleged corruption stands.
Dominican Inflation Hits 5.14% on Fuel Costs
Dominican consumer prices rose 0.58% in October as fuel costs lifted transport, pushing yearly inflation to 5.14%, just above the central bank's ceiling.
Food Trucks Reach Cuban Town After Protest
Food trucks reached El Cobre in Cuba a day after residents marched for detained activist Yoel Alejandro Pérez Serrano; authorities have said nothing.
Brazil Ex-Leader’s Family Seeks Video Probe
Cardoso's three children asked São Paulo prosecutors to investigate how a man filmed the 95-year-old ex-president at home and posted the video online.
Brazil Prosecutor Wants Fake News Probe Shut
Prosecutor-General Paulo Gonet asked Brazil's Supreme Court to shelve the 2019 fake news inquiry, and Chief Justice Edson Fachin now has the decision.
Colombia Dam Hits Peak Level Before El Niño
Medellín’s mayor said on 9 November that the Hidroituango dam reached its 420-metre design limit, but warned that the extra water alone is not enough.
Ghana Students Protest Hostel Fee Rise
The University of Ghana’s published schedule shows UGEL hostel fees up 15% for 2026/27, while students protest and demand an end to the UGEL hostel system.
South Sudan to Summon Hate Speech Suspects
The Media Authority, South Sudan’s media regulator, reports 10 hate-speech cases in five states and says it will summon suspects before the December vote.
Nigeria Speaker Presses State Oil Firm
Speaker Tajudeen Abbas told NNPC Ltd that its commercial freedom under the 2021 oil law must come with accountability, five years after the reform.
Kenya Regulator Logs 140 Data Complaints
Kenya's telecoms regulator received 479 escalated complaints in three months, and mobile data was the largest group, led by bundles that ran out early.
Peru Lawmaker Targets US$36 Billion Tax Debt
Peru's tax agency Sunat says taxpayers owe about US$36 billion but can collect about US$3.5 billion; a deputy's bill would track the largest debts.
Venezuela Says All Parties Can Join Election
Foreign Minister Oliver Blanco promised open elections on 9 November but set no date and did not say if María Corina Machado may run.
G20 Talks Done, Miami Summit Is Next Test
Atlanta ended without a joint text on Oct. 31. The next fixed date is the leaders' summit at Trump National Doral in Miami on Dec. 14-15, 2026.
Mexico’s Buen Fin Opens Friday, Growth Slows
Mexico's 16th El Buen Fin runs Nov. 13-17 with a slower 7.3% sales forecast, a Profeco price tool and a tax-agency prize draw on Dec. 4.
Mexico Braces for a Very Strong El Niño
NOAA’s October update keeps its El Niño Advisory and sees a strong to very strong event into early 2027. Mexico’s forecasters are cautious.
Falling Oil Could Lift Brazil’s Real 2.7%
Morgan Stanley sees Brazil's real strengthening 2.7% by year-end in a scenario with US$60 oil and a weaker global dollar. It is not its base case.
Traders Eye 14 to 16 Point Democratic Win
Traders now see a 14 to 16 point Democratic win in the national House vote at 81% to 82%, up 12 points in 24 hours, but no official margin is confirmed.
Le Pen Leads Every Runoff in New French Poll
A Toluna Harris Interactive poll for M6 and RTL has Marine Le Pen ahead in every runoff, with Jean-Luc Mélenchon pulling away from Édouard Philippe.
Cost of Living in Tanzania for Expats
rent in Dar es Salaam, school fees, bus fares and safari costs, priced in US$ at the 9 November 2026 rate.
Cost of Living in Ethiopia for Expats
Living in Addis Ababa means rents from about US$700 a month, a birr near 161 per US$ and inflation of 14.9%. Here is what is confirmed and what is not.
US-Iran Meeting Odds Jump to 54% by Year-End
Traders now see a 54% chance of a senior US-Iran meeting by year-end, up 15 points in 24 hours, while Tehran says none is planned.
How to Move to Puerto Rico in 2026
US citizens need no visa to move to Puerto Rico, and foreigners follow US immigration law. Act 60 investor decrees filed after 31 December 2026 face a 4% rate.
Mexico Trains by the Sea Before Jamaica Tie
Coach Rafael Márquez moved Mexico's camp to a Caribbean beach resort to prepare for Jamaica in a Nations League quarter-final on 14 November.
New Zealand PM Softens Tone on New Party
Prime Minister Luxon says he does not need Opportunity to govern, but wants a relationship with it as about 399,000 special votes are counted.
Who Dominates Nicaragua, Elites and Regions Explained
Nicaragua power sits with Ortega and Murillo, the army and the Sandinista party. Our guide maps the elites, regions, exile and US levers.
Brazil History Explained, From Origins to 2026
A plain-English guide to Brazil history, from Indigenous nations and colonial slavery to Lula’s runoff win on 25 October 2026 and why it matters to Americans.
Court Halts Oncoclínicas Shareholder Meeting
A São Paulo court suspended the 6 November shareholder meeting at Oncoclínicas, a major Brazilian private cancer-care chain, and no new date is set.
Cancún Airport Operator Awards Ad Contract
Grupo ISA won ASUR's tender for advertising at nine southeastern Mexican airports, including Cancún, and plans to invest about US$5.9 million.
Malawi Rights Group Sues NGO Regulator
Malawi's Human Rights Defenders Coalition says NGORA is trying to silence it, while the regulator cites missing accounts. A hearing is set for 12 November.
Libya’s PM Meets UN Envoy on Election Talks
Libya's Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah met UN envoy Hanna Tetteh on Sunday to review the 4+4 committee's work and the push for national elections.
Congo Lawmakers Seek Probe Into US$7M Mill
Lawmakers want to know how more than US$7 million for the SOTEXKI textile mill was spent; the inquiry is reported, not independently confirmed.
Nigeria’s Access Holdings Weighs Market Exit
Access Holdings, a Nigerian bank group, may sell or leave one foreign unit to meet a 10% central bank cap; its chairman has not named the market.
Keystone Oil Pipeline Returns to US-Canada Trade Talks
Trump says a concept of a deal with Canada includes Keystone XL, but nothing is signed and a 50% duty on Canadian goods still applies.
Why 50,000 People Strain Moyale on Kenya’s Ethiopia Border
Fighting on the Ethiopian side has pushed an estimated 50,000 people toward Kenya, stalling trade and raising travel warnings and election questions.
China’s Trade Surplus and Latin American Exporters
October data due 10 November will show whether Chinese demand for Latin American soy, copper, iron ore and oil matches the headline surplus.
What the US Inflation Report Means for Latin America
A hotter October CPI would raise Federal Reserve hike odds, keep mortgage rates above 7% and test the real, the peso and Argentine bonds.
Ukraine-Russia Talks in Abu Dhabi Explained
A round of talks on 10 and 11 November tests who speaks for Europe, what Moscow will concede and how oil, wheat and fertiliser prices react.
France Lifts Minimum Wage 1.6%, Unions Balk
France will raise its minimum wage 1.6% on Dec. 1, about US$26 more a month, but the CGT union calls it crumbs and urges a strike on Nov. 17.
Sudan Opposition Warns Egypt on Gold Miners
A Sudanese anti-war coalition warned Egypt on Monday against attacking gold miners and alleged air strikes. Egypt has not publicly responded to the claims.
Somali Ex-Premier Alleges Soldier Pay Cuts
A former Somali prime minister alleged that nearly 10,000 soldiers and beneficiaries were removed from the army payroll. He gave no documents.
Senegal Village Clash Sees 13 Arrested
Three houses were burned in Saré Pathé, Sédhiou region, after a football dispute escalated, and 13 people were referred to the prosecutor.
Nigeria Pastor Orders Refund of Tainted Gift
Nigeria's anti-graft chief Ola Olukoyede says Pastor Enoch Adeboye ordered a refund of billions of naira donated to an RCCG project and later tied to crime.
Delta Opposition March Attacked, One Dead
Armed men attacked an opposition march in Asaba, Delta State, on 7 November 2026. Police say one person died and five were hurt; Omo-Agege wants an inquiry.
Nigeria Arrests Terror Suspect in Kaduna
Nigeria’s military says troops arrested terror suspect Auta Maikyala in Kaduna and cleared hideouts in Zamfara, where air strikes hit suspected camps.
Cameroon Faces Deadline to Call Elections
Midnight on 9 November is the last day to call Cameroon’s parliamentary and local elections for 7 February 2027 under the 90-day rule.
Angola Parliament Opens 2027 Budget Debate
Angola’s parliament reviews the 2027 budget on Monday 9 November, worth about US$41 billion, and votes in principle on Thursday 12 November.
What to Do in Rio de Janeiro in November
Rio de Janeiro in November 2026 day by day: opera, concerts, Pride, two holidays, free shows and weather, with ticket prices in US$.
Brazil Maps US$1.3 Trillion Climate Path
A non-prescriptive report says current policy brings only US$461 billion a year of outside climate finance by 2035, and the bigger path rests on private money.
Lima Transport Workers March Over Extortion
Peru's ANITRA transport group calls a march from the Plaza de Acho to Congress on Tuesday 10 November over extortion and the killing of drivers in Lima.