Key Facts

A global tech sell-off hit Latin America hard. The Merval fell furthest, and most regional currencies weakened.

Brazil’s rate path is in sharp focus. Traders balance recent Selic cuts against stubborn inflation forecasts.

Mexico’s peso came under heavy pressure. It weakened to 17.5214 as risk appetite faded.

Chilean assets slipped back. The peso lost 1.10 per cent, weighed down by copper fears.