Most countries cut spending in 2016, with Venezuela leading the pack.
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Weekly Chart: Military Spending in Latin America and the Caribbean
Weekly Chart: NAFTA by the Numbers
Canada and Mexico occupy the top two export destination spots for 26 U.S. states, including eight of the 10 biggest state economies.
Weekly Chart: The Economics of Tourism in Latin America and the Caribbean
Mexico, ranked the most competitive country in the region by the World Economic Forum, gets 7 percent of its GDP from tourism revenues.
Weekly Chart: Latin America's 2017 Economic Outlook Gets a Revision
The IMF’s April World Economic Outlook report has better news for global growth than for the region.
Weekly Chart: Where Does Latin America Stand on Marijuana Legalization?
As Uruguay prepares to sell the drug in local pharmacies, here’s where the rest of the region stands.
Weekly Chart: Latin Americans and H-1B Visas
U.S. visas for foreign professionals are on the rise worldwide, but not when it comes to the Americas.
Weekly Chart: Spending Time on Social Media in the Americas
People in the Western Hemisphere use social media more than in any other region, and they’re likely doing so on mobile devices.