Central American Banks: Review and 2010 OutlookAccording to Fitch Ratings, even though the economic scenario has improved, Central American banks face challenges related to the quality of their assets.Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Central American banking systems have weathered the financial crisis relatively well. Even though profits fell considerably during 2009, industry solvency levels remain good. Profits fall mostly because banks opted for liquid assets and increased their expenses in provisions. In 2010, Fitch expects banks to perform better, as the economy recovers. Source: Fitch Ratings Centroamerica ¿Busca soluciones de inteligencia comercial para su empresa?Central American Banking: Results and 2010 PerspectivesMarch 2010 According to Fitch Ratings, even though the economic scenario has improved, Central American banks face challenges related to the quality of their assets. Central American Banks: Annual Results and PerspectivesApril 2009 Fitch Ratings reported that the risks to regional banks during the current crisis are growing and represent a major challenge for 2009. Fitch Ratings Special: Central American BanksFebruary 2009 From abundance to scarcity: Challenges faced by Central American banks in an
environment of tight liquidity. Central American Banks: Biannual Results and PerspectivesAugust 2008 In Fitch's opinion (in the Special Report), the complex economic environment in the region is starting to have an effect on the performance of the banks in Central America.
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