James McKeigue
James graduated from Keele University with a BA (Hons) in English literature and history, and has a certificate in journalism from the NCTJ. James has worked as a freelance journalist in various Latin American countries.He also had a spell at ITV, as welll as wring for Television Business International and covering the European equity markets for the Forbes.com London bureau. James has travelled extensively in emerging markets, reporting for international energy magazines such as Oil and Gas Investor, and institutional publications such as the Commonwealth Business Environment Report. He is currently the managing editor of LatAm INVESTOR, the UK's only Latin American finance magazine.
Latest articles by James McKeigue
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Three reasons Latin America will be the next global breadbasket
Features For a long time, agriculture in Latin America focused on a few key cash crops. Now, the industry is diversifying – and profiting. James McKeigue explains what's going on.
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Investors shouldn't be worried about Mexico’s week from hell
Features It’s been a bad week for Mexico, with escaped narco-criminals and a failed auction of offshore oil rights. But there’s still plenty of cause for hope, says James McKeigue.
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Our Cuba fund is off to a great start – but I think the best is yet to come
Features Cuba is opening up to American companies. That’s great news for the fund James McKeigue tipped six months ago.
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There are protests across Latin America, but I’m still bullish on the market
Features There have been large-scale protests across Latin America, from Mexico, to Chile and Brazil. But there’s no need for investors to worry. James McKeigue explains why.
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Why China’s 3,000-mile Latin American railway is great news for investors
Features China is investing heavily in Latin American infrastructure. That's great news for investors, says James McKeigue.
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We made a fortune with Cresud – let’s double up on Latin American agriculture
Features Now is still a great time to plough your money into Latin American agriculture. James McKeigue explains why, and tips one stock set to profit.
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Central America offers a huge opportunity to brave investors
Features Investment capital is flooding in and transforming Central America for the better. James McKeigue reveals the best ways to profit.
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Obama’s Americas summit is good for our investments
Features The recent historic Summit of the Americas is great news for long-term investors in Latin America. James McKeigue explains why.
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I’ve found a fantastic way to play Colombia’s $50bn infrastructure boom
Features Peace talks between the Colombian government and Farc rebels could clear the way for the development of the country's infrastructure. James McKeigue reveals the best way to profit.
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Latin American tourism is about to boom – and we’ve got a way in
Features Investors often associate tourism with fun, but not big returns. That's a mistake, says James McKeigue. Tourism is big business in Latin America.
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In Mexico, 50 billion barrels of oil are up for grabs
Features Mexico’s government is shaking up its oil industry. That’s going to provide plenty of opportunities for investors, says James McKeigue.
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Brazil’s water shortage is a big bad buying signal
Features With greed, corruption, and now a huge drought, negativity around Brazil has reached fever pitch. That might make it a good time to invest, says James McKeigue.
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Argentina’s spy crisis is terrifying investors – here’s why you must hold your nerve
Features Investors are steering clear of Argentina following the death of state prosecutor Alberto Nisman. James McKeigue explains why that's a mistake.
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US money is going to flood Cuba – this fund is poised to reap the benefits
Features The thaw in relations with the US will have a huge impact on Cuba’s economy. James McKeigue picks the best way for you to profit.
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Three big calls for Latin America in 2015
Features James McKeigue looks at what the year holds for investors in Latin America, and picks the three hottest investment topics.
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Why I’m glad I steered clear of Brazil’s corporate giants
Features James McKeigue explains why he warned readers off two of Brazil’s biggest companies, Petrobras and Vale. And why it could soon be time to invest.
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Buy in to Latin America's online shopping spree
Features Latin Americans are increasingly shopping online. And as the number one player in the region, this firm is well-placed to profit, says James McKeigue.
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Why America’s sharpest businessman is suddenly interested in our investment
Features America's 'cable cowboy', John Malone, is doing a £1.9bn deal with Cable & Wireless Communications. James McKeigue explains why that's good news for investors.
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Investing in Panama: The view from my apartment says it all
Features Panama has been transformed from a tropical backwater to one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. James McKeigue looks at how to invest.
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How falling oil prices will affect Latin America
Features Many Latin American countries depend on oil exports for income, says James McKeigue. Falling crude prices could spell trouble ahead.
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Now is the time to buy Central America
Features Central America is enjoying an economic boom. James McKeigue outlines four reasons to invest, and picks two of the best stocks to play this fast-growing region.
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Forget the Scottish referendum - this is 2014’s most important vote
Features Brazil is in the throes of a tense presidential election campaign. James McKeigue looks at what the result could mean for investors.
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A smart play on falling copper prices
Features Mineral wealth has driven Chile’s economy over the past few decades. But now things are slowing down. And that could be good news for this Chilean stock.
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Mexico’s energy industry is open for business
Features President Enrique Peña Nieto has reformed Mexico's energy industry. James McKeigue explains why that's great news for investors.
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