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BLP advises BofA Securities and J.P. Morgan on Mobiliare’s US$500 million inaugural bond issuance

BLP advised BofA Securities, Inc. and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC as initial purchasers in the issuance of US$500 million aggregate principal amount of 6.750% senior notes due 2032 by Mobiliare Latam, S.A. (“Mobiliare Holding”) and Mobiliare Latam México, S.A. de C.V., as co-issuers. The offering was conducted pursuant to Rule 144A and Regulation S, and…

New Nicaragua law on convergent telecommunications

After a one-year vacatio legis period, on November 6, 2025, Law No. 1223, the “General Law on Convergent Telecommunications,” published in La Gaceta, Official Gazette No. 204 on November 6, 2024, finally came into force. Read more This new law repeals the previous Law No. 200, “General Law on Telecommunications and Postal Services,” of 1995,…

Business Law Perspectives – November 7–13, 2025 Edition

BLP’s summary of the most important regional news and opportunities offers an overview of the economic, social, and political landscape of Central America at just a click away. Costa Rica Radio and TV frequency auction moves forward; new licensees to be decided in 2026 SUTEL is accepting bids for the radio and television frequency auction…

Law for the promotion of renewable energy use

Strategic Opportunity for Clean Energy Investment in El Salvador On October 21, 2025, the Legislative Assembly of the Republic of El Salvador passed the Law for the Promotion of Renewable Energy Use (LFUER), a landmark initiative aimed at accelerating the country’s energy transition and positioning El Salvador as a competitive destination for sustainable investment. This…

Business Law Perspectives – November 7–13, 2025 Edition

BLP’s summary of the most important regional news and opportunities offers an overview of the economic, social, and political landscape of Central America at just a click away. Costa Rica Costa Rica projects greater economic dynamism for 2025, according to the Central Bank The Central Bank of Costa Rica has revised its 2025 growth forecast…

Changes in the Publication of Tax Lists: The reform to Article 115 imposes new fiscal transparency obligations

On October 28, the reform to Article 115 of the Tax Code was approved in its second debate. This amendment introduces significant changes regarding the publication of taxpayer lists. The main modifications include: Monthly publication requirement: A list of delinquent taxpayers, indicating the taxpayer’s name and the amount owed. A list of taxpayers who have…

BLP strengthens its team in Guatemala with the addition of Carolina Diab as Special Counsel

BLP announces the addition of Carolina Diab as Special Counsel at its Guatemala office, reinforcing its team and reaffirming the firm’s commitment to excellence, regional integration, and sustained growth. Carolina Diab brings an outstanding track record across various areas of law, including Dispute Resolution, Corporate Law, Compliance, Estate & Succession Planning, and Competition Law. She…

BLP asesoró a IFX en la adquisición de Gold Data

BLP asesoró a IFX en la adquisición de Gold Data en Costa Rica, una empresa de tecnología especializada en infraestructura de telecomunicaciones que proporciona conectividad directa de alta calidad en toda América y el Caribe. Esta transacción permite a IFX complementar su portafolio de servicios de Data Centers, Cloud, Seguridad y Servicios de Valor Agregado…

New Protection Unit for Cardholders in Guatemala: What Does It Mean for Banks and Users?

The Consumer Assistance and Support Directorate (DIACO), a division of the Ministry of Economy (MINECO) of Guatemala, has launched the Financial Services Protection Unit (UPSF) in compliance with the new Credit Card Law, Decree 2-2024, in effect since September 1, 2024. The UPSF will act as a mediator in disputes and conflicts related to financial…

Business Law Perspectives – October 24–30, 2025 Edition

BLP’s summary of the most important regional news and opportunities offers an overview of the economic, social, and political landscape of Central America at just a click away. Costa Rica ICE begins construction of San Antonio Solar Plant, which will generate 10.3 MW of clean energy for Costa Rica The Costa Rican Electricity Institute (ICE)…