The measures are part of the government’s Social Protection Plan and include the creation of a state loan guarantee fund to facilitate SMEs’ access to credit.  

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In the United States, the cost of credit is at its historical minimum, the same as in the 2009 financial crisis.

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The report indicates that Chile’s credit profile stands out, first of all, for its financial and institutional “strength”. This contrasts with a level of economic diversification and GDP per capita which “lags” behind that of its peers.

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According to the study, the Chilean capital had a better evolution and a positive performance on urban planning and the environment.

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The food industry is Chile’s second most important economic sector, accounting for 18% of GDP.

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During the current government, the country is forecast to see an increase of close to US$4,600 in GDP per capita, measured in terms of purchasing power parity, over double the increase under the previous government.

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In line with government expectations and thanks to a “strong rebound of confidence”, the Chilean economy is positioned to have the region’s highest growth in 2018, according to the International Monetary Fund.

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Foreign investors can take advantage of the strengths that highlight the Chilean market as a producer and exporter in the agro-industry sector.

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According to a study by the Newmark Knight Frank consultancy company, office rentals in Santiago average US$24.32 per square meter.

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A recent article on bbc.com identified Chile as one of six countries that “consistently rank highest for their progressive social policies, trust in government and effective justice system”.

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The preservation of 10.3 million acres pushes Chile forward as one of the most progressive countries in environmental preservation.

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Chile is the top destination for future transactions, with 72 percent of respondents to a Baker McKenzie survey planning to invest in Chile next year, followed by Brazil with 66 percent and Mexico with 61 percent.

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