Amid heightened volatility, international asset managers see Brazilian investors shifting toward global diversification, with ETFs and gold moving from tactical trades to structural portfolio allocations.
Mandatory contributions for independent workers scrapped before taking effect
Reversal highlights political constraints on deepening Peru’s pension system.
Peru’s SMV pushes open architecture through new distribution channels
Proposed rule would let AFPs and investment banks distribute third-party mutual funds, expanding access while raising questions about conflicts of interest and market structure.
CCR Monthly Approval Report – March 2026
A total of seven products were added in the month from: Allianz, AltamarCAM Partners, Franklin Templeton, LS Power Equity Advisors, PIMCO and Vanguard.
Jupiter focuses on listening to its clients to navigate reforms in the region
“We see significant growth potential across Latin America, with Mexico, Chile, and Colombia standing out as markets where client demand and engagement are particularly strong,” said William Lopez, Head of Europe and Latin America at Jupiter Asset Management.
Chile’s pension regulator faces leadership transition and legal challenge from AFPs
Chile’s incoming administration has decided to appoint former CMF chairman Joaquín Cortez as head of the Pension Superintendency, replacing long-serving superintendent Osvaldo Macías.
New draft decree raises concerns across Colombia’s private pension system
Labor Ministry proposal would require AFPs to transfer more than USD 6.8 billion to the state pension administrator Colpensiones.
CCR Monthly Approval Report – February 2026
A total of 19 products were added in the month from 12 different asset managers: ACRE Advisors, Amundi, Archimed, Bice, BlackRock, Eastspring, Invesco, iShares, MGG Investment Group, Stellex Capital, Stone Harbor and VanEck.
Chilean pension regulator proposes 15 lifecycle funds
The Superintendencia de Pensiones has proposed a new lifecycle regime set to take effect in 2027, including benchmark portfolios and structural reviews every three years.








