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Meet Latin America's IPO candidates

January 21, 2022

Following a blockbuster IPO for Brazil's Nubank late last year, a lot is riding on Latin America's remaining IPO candidates.

Why 2021 was a breakout year for Latin America's VC ecosystem

December 20, 2021

Venture activity in Latin America has skyrocketed, with $14.8 billion invested this year—more than in the previous six combined. Digital adoption during the pandemic helped drive the surge, but it's far from the only factor.

Brazil's Nubank raises $2.6 billion in Latin America's largest IPO to date

December 8, 2021

Undaunted by the recent contraction of the Brazilian economy and steep interest rate hikes, digital bank Nubank priced its shares at the top of its revised target range to raise $2.6 billion.

Advent, SoftBank plow $225M into Merama

September 28, 2021

Ecommerce company Merama, an aggregator of online brands, has attracted $225 million at an $850 million valuation from Advent International and SoftBank.

SoftBank doubles down on LatAm after first fund tops its expectations

September 14, 2021

SoftBank has launched its second Latin America-focused fund with $3 billion in commitments, as venture investing booms in the region.

Startups in Latin America grab record sums of venture capital

August 17, 2021

VCs have invested $8.8 billion in Latin American startups this year, as investors chase the digital transformation of sectors including fintech, real estate and ecommerce in one of the world's busiest markets.

VC interest in Latin America swells as fintech takes flight

April 19, 2021

The rise of fintech innovation and demand for online banking tools amid the pandemic has propelled Latin America to undergo a digital transformation.

Platinum Equity becomes latest PE heavyweight to raise $10B fund

January 7, 2020

Platinum Equity has closed its fifth flagship fund on $10 billion, the largest pool of capital in the Los Angeles-based firm's 25-year history.