Latin American markets
Guides to collect, operate and expand country by country: local methods, cross-border payments, FX and each market's preferences.

Boleto Bancario: Simplifying cash payments in Brazil
This is the tenth article in a series called Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) vs Incumbents, where I will analyze each player in the financial ecosystem and determine which payment method is winning the race for adoption and relevance in the region.

Cards vs. APMs: the $500 billion dispute for Latin American consumers
The payments landscape in Latin America is undergoing a seismic shift. A region once dominated by traditional card networks is now witnessing a fierce $500 billion dispute between established players and alternative payment methods (APMs). This transformation is reshaping the way millions of Latin Americans conduct their daily financial transactions.

Receiving payments in Colombia from abroad: PSE, wallets (Nequi), international charges, and reconciliation
Operational guide for foreign companies: collect payments in Colombia with PSE and wallets such as Nequi, reduce complaints about international charges, and control net income when settling abroad.

Interest-free installments in Argentina for foreign companies: how they work, settlement, FX, and conversion
In Argentina, interest-free installments are usually direct conversions. What to model (3 installments vs. long terms), settlement in 10–18 days, advance funds, and FX to protect net income in USD.

MSI in Mexico (Months Without Interest) for foreign companies: costs, conversion, settlement, and real margin
MSI can increase conversion on high-value tickets, but it changes who absorbs the financial cost. How to design the setup (3 MSI vs. long terms), measure the net, and when SPEI avoids SWIFT friction.

Payment methods in Argentina: Which are the main ones and how to adapt them to your digital business?
As e-commerce grows in Argentina, understanding the payment methods preferred by its consumers becomes essential for any company that wants to expand its business in this market. Here we detail them all.

Nequi: A digital wallet evolved into a leading neobank in Colombia.
This is the fourth article in a series called Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) vs Incumbents, where I will break down each player in the financial ecosystem and determine which payment method is winning the adoption and relevance race in the region.

PagoEfectivo: Transforming Cash Payments for the Peruvian Market
This is the seventh article in a series called Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) vs Incumbents, where I will analyze each stakeholder in the financial ecosystem and determine which payment method is winning the adoption and relevance race in the region.

Payment methods in Chile: what do Chilean consumers use and how can you adapt in 2026?
E-commerce in Chile continues to grow, and with it, the need to offer modern, secure payment methods adapted to the digital consumer. Find out which are the most used in 2025 and how to easily integrate them with a platform like Rebill.

PIX: Your ticket to the Brazilian market
This is the first article in a series called Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) vs. Incumbents, where I will break down each player in the financial ecosystem and determine which payment method is winning the race in terms of adoption and relevance in the region.

PSE: The power of instant payments in Colombia
This is the fifth article in a series called Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) vs Incumbents, where I will break down each stakeholder in the financial ecosystem and determine which payment method is winning the adoption and relevance race in the region.

The evolution of payment methods in e-commerce and Latin American fintechs
In this article we explore how payment methods in Latin America are being transformed by technology, from the decline of cash to the rise of digital payments, the popularity of neobanks and the expansion of digital wallets. Find out how e-commerce and fintech are leading this evolution and what this means for the future of business in the region.

Tips for successful cross-border e-commerce in Latin America
Discover how to optimize your cross-border e-commerce strategy in Latin America in 2024. Learn how to overcome challenges such as cultural differences, local payment methods and efficient logistics to unlock the potential of this growing market.





































