The energy sector accounted for the largest number of investment projects last year, and the United States was the main country of origin for investor companies. InvestChile Director, Karla Flores, highlighted the creation of over 20,000 new direct jobs. 

Topics: Foreign Investment- InvestChile

Chile’s AI leadership is not a coincidence. The combination of advanced infrastructure, clear policies, and a collaborative ecosystem positions the country as an attractive destination for foreign investment in technology.

Topics: Global services- Artificial Intelligence

With global lithium demand projected to increase by over 40 times by 2040, Chile is positioned as a leader in the transition toward cleaner and more innovative transportation. 

Topics: Lithium- Electromobility

Chile continues to lead the transition toward a more sustainable energy matrix, with a remarkable 68% of electricity generation in 2024 coming from renewable energy sources, according to data from the National Electricity Coordinator. 

Topics: Energy- Renewables

Innovation in seafood products is driving healthy eating, while Chile’s exports in the sector
are reaching record levels.

Topics: Food Industry- Healthy Food

Aiming to prolong the usability of the Spence mine, the initiative will adapt the current leaching operation to extend its useful life until 2039.

Topics: Mining

Its geography, safety, availability of talent, and tax benefits make it an excellent alternative for companies looking to develop their business in Chile.

Topics: Foreign Investment

Technology companies, universities, and AI transfer centers will be able to access up to US$7 million in funding. 

Topics: Global services- Artificial Intelligence

The plan includes opening 70 new supermarkets – 70% of which will be outside of Santiago – and creating more than 4,000 direct jobs over the next five years.

Topics: Retail

Chile has positioned itself as a fintech hub in the Southern Cone, highlighting the inclusion of women and diverse talent as key drivers of growth in this dynamic industry.

Topics: Women- Fintech

The new Transforma Program aims to promote the Route of Parks as a key destination for nature and conservation, fostering the sustainable development of 60 local communities over the next 10 years.

Topics: Infrastructure- Tourism

Seven new data centers are advancing through the Environmental Assessment System, with projects at various stages of analysis.

Topics: Global services- Data Center

The new areas in which lithium exploration and extraction projects can be developed are located in the Tarapacá and Antofagasta regions.  

Topics: Mining- Lithium

Chile is moving toward a digital future with the National Data Center Plan, a strategy aimed at tripling the industry within five years, attracting investments of US$2.5 billion, and consolidating the country’s position as a leader in sustainable digital infrastructure. 

 

Topics: Global services- Data Center

The “Investment in Chilean Mining: Project Portfolio 2024-2033” Report by COCHILCO revealed a 26.5% increase relative to the previous period.  

Topics: Mining

The Port of Antofagasta Breakwater Expansion Project promises not only to modernize Chile's port infrastructure, but also to open up foreign investment opportunities in a sector that is key for the country's economic development.

Topics: Infrastructure- Public Tender

The U.S. retailer is the third largest employer in Chile, and 54% of its employees are now women, thanks to its inclusion and equality measures.   

Topics: Retail- Women- Best practices

The Turkish fashion chain, which has more than 1,200 stores worldwide, will arrive at the Mallplaza Oeste shopping center in the Cerrillos district of Santiago. 

Topics: Retail

The agreement will promote competitive and environmentally responsible mining, minimizing its carbon footprint through electrification.

Topics: Mining- Decarbonize

The two companies, with their offer of US$813 million, have prevailed over two bids from Chinese consortiums, as well as offers submitted by other Spanish companies such as Acciona, Azvi and OHLA.

Topics: Infrastructure- Transport