Four Reasons Why Transparency is a Strategic Asset for Development Finance Institutions

Right at the intersection of public interest and private investments, we find the non-sovereign development finance institutions. They often operate in high-risk environments and under ambitious mandates to drive private sector-led growth.
At the same time, these institutions face the challenge of promoting robust reporting standards while protecting clients’ commercially sensitive information, which is critical for business development.
Energy Efficiency Means Investment Opportunities for Technological Companies

The telecommunications and digital technologies sector has a great opportunity to contribute to sectors such as energy, transportation, and industry in two ways: through digitization and efficiency.
This dual opportunity positions digital connectivity as an essential tool for advancing efficiency and security in energy supply, both in Latin America and the Caribbean and worldwide.
In the Face of Sustainability Challenges, Strong Governance Begins in the Boardroom

From record-breaking heatwaves to catastrophic floods, natural disasters are an immediate reality influencing economies, societies, and corporate balance sheets.
The conversation around sustainability has moved from the sidelines to the boardroom, pushing companies to rethink their strategies and align their operations with a resilient future.
Yet, balancing current needs with the future health of people and the planet remains an operational or compliance issue rather than a core strategic driver for many businesses.
36,000 Transactions That Transformed Regional Trade

This year, we celebrate 20 years of the Trade Finance Facilitation Program (TFFP) by IDB Invest. Since its inception in 2005, it has been a key pillar in strengthening foreign trade and supply chains in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Over these two decades, we have worked continuously to improve access to financing, support the internationalization of companies, and ensure liquidity during times of volatility and uncertainty.
Four Areas Ports Can Work on to Successfully Navigate the Future

In today's interconnected economy, logistical efficiency is a cornerstone of economic progress, and the port sector plays a vital role within the supply chain.
Ports are a key link in the global supply chain, being the entrance to supplies for the local industry and imports for countries as well as key to exporting raw materials, agricultural commodities, intermediate and finished goods to external markets.
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