Latin America Tech & Payments: Thought Machine says it has crossed $100m in annual revenue and ARR, adding 68 banks globally as it expands R&D (including a Lisbon engineering office) and ramps hiring for 2026. Capital Markets Watch: MercadoLibre shares fell 16% in the first half of 2026 amid declining profits over two straight quarters, even as e-commerce and fintech growth stayed strong. Crypto & Fintech Funding: Binance-backed Mesh is reportedly preparing a new round that could value the crypto payments firm at up to $2bn, as demand rises for stablecoin-to-fiat settlement tools. Trade & Logistics: CMA CGM announced July 2026 peak-season surcharges for routes from the Indian subcontinent and China, with fees aimed at cargo bound for Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of South America. Banking/Regulatory Services: A Mexico-focused legal boutique says it’s expanding advisory work for companies entering or operating in regulated sectors, emphasizing early compliance planning. Energy & Risk: Aon estimates global reinsurer capital hit $790bn in Q1, with Latin America among regions benefiting from improving capacity and returns. Business Expansion: Fred Perry plans new brick-and-mortar and online launches in Argentina and Chile next year, adding to its existing Brazil and Mexico presence. Market Signals: A report on global safes and vaults projects the market to reach $18.7bn by 2032, supported by security and cash-management demand.