Making the most of weaker currencies?

The weakening of most Latin American currencies has helped the region’s economies adjust to the terms of trade shock caused by the drop in global commodity prices. But while weaker currencies mean that non-commodity export sectors now look more competitive, structural problems will prevent several countries in the region from fully capitalising on the potential benefits.

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