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Investments and Business

Investors’ Handbook: Panama for US, Canadian & European Expats

Interest among investors from the United States, Canada, and Europe in establishing themselves in Panama has grown steadily in recent years. The combination of economic stability, tax incentives, and a…

Where luxury and nautical lifestyle meet in Panama

Investments and Business

Nautical Luxury in Panama: A Lifestyle Unveiled

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Panama has become one of the main strategic references for recreational and sports boating. Its privileged location, direct access to the Pacific Ocean, and maritime infrastructure have fostered a lifestyle…

Tax incentives and migration-friendly policies drive the arrival of foreign residents to Panama

Investments and Business

Why Foreigners Choose Panama: Tax Incentives & Welcoming Policies

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

One of the most appealing destinations in Latin America for foreign residents in search of stability, legal certainty, and a high quality of life is Panama. Its strategic position, extensive…

Panama leads the luxury real estate market in Latin America

Investments and Business

Latin America’s Top Luxury Real Estate: Panama Takes the Lead

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

In recent years, Panama has established itself as one of the leading players in the luxury real estate market in Latin America. This positioning is the result of a combination…

Panama consolidates its position as a key destination for real estate investment in 2026

Investments and Business

Panama: Top Real Estate Investment Destination 2026

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Real estate investment continues to be one of the most solid instruments for long-term capital preservation and growth. In the particular case of Latin America, Panama has consistently positioned itself…

Investments and Business

Luxury Property in Latin America: Panama’s Market Leadership

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

In recent years, Panama has established itself as one of the leading players in the luxury real estate market in Latin America. This positioning is the result of a combination…

Panama competes with Miami as a real estate investment destination

Investments and Business

Miami vs. Panama: Where to Invest in Real Estate?

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

For decades, Miami has been considered one of the leading references for premium real estate investment in the Americas. However, in recent years, Panama has begun to position itself as…

HBO Max and Paramount+ will combine after WBD merger

Economy

The Future of Streaming: HBO Max and Paramount+ Combine

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Paramount has confirmed plans to merge its streaming service Paramount+ with HBO Max, creating a single, unified platform that aims to strengthen its position in the competitive streaming market. The…

Nigeria: CSR cases supporting inclusive fintech and community financial education

Economy

Nigeria: CSR Best Practices in Inclusive Fintech & Financial Literacy

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Nigeria is Africa’s largest market by population and one of its fastest-growing digital economies. High mobile penetration, a young population, and a flourishing startup ecosystem have made fintech a central…

Why are some investors shifting from ESG labels to materiality-driven analysis?

Investments and Business

Decoding the Shift: ESG Labels vs. Materiality Analysis

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Over the past decade, Environmental, Social, and Governance investing rose to prominence as a central framework for aligning capital with ethical priorities, and ESG labels multiplied across funds, indexes, and…