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U.S. Cuts Venezuela Oil to Cuba: What This Means for South America in 2026
27 minutes Posted Jan 14, 2026 at 11:35 pm.
South America update and why 2026 matters02:12 What just happened between the U.S., Venezuela, and Cuba05:20 Why Venezuela oil is critical to Cuba’s economy08:45 Can Cuba survive without Venezuelan energy support12:30 How U.S. sanctions reshape Latin America geopolitics16:05 Are China and Russia gaining influence in South America19:40 Why some investors are bullish on Latin America23:05 The risks of U.S. intervention for regional stability26:30 World Bank growth projections for Latin America in 2026Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latinwealthListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69AfcWl5P3M9bl19RURIcd?si=133793e170d34e16Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latin-wealth/id1579419570Email us at: [email protected]
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Join our Latin Wealth Skool community: https://www.skool.com/latinwealth/about?ref=078b4fcec6ac41e6ad8b1024c5e45f60In this Wealth Wednesday episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, we break down the latest Venezuela news and rising geopolitical tensions impacting South America and the Caribbean — with major developments involving Nicolás Maduro, Cuba, and U.S. foreign policy.We start with an update on Venezuela after the U.S. cut off oil shipments flowing to Cuba, a move that places significant pressure on Cuba’s already fragile economy. We examine how Nicolás Maduro, U.S. sanctions, and military positioning are reshaping regional energy security and sovereignty.Next, we discuss Cuba’s economic outlook, the long-term effects of sanctions, and why cutting Venezuelan oil could push the island into a deeper crisis. We also explore Mexico’s role and what these decisions mean for regional stability.The conversation then expands to Latin America geopolitics and investment strategies, as countries like Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru experience political shifts that have investors paying close attention. We challenge whether increased U.S. involvement truly creates stability or introduces greater long-term risk tied to China and Russia.We close by reviewing World Bank and Bloomberg projections for Latin America through 2026 and 2027, highlighting countries expected to see the strongest economic growth.If you want clear context on Venezuela news, Nicolás Maduro, geopolitics, and investment strategies shaping Latin America, this episode delivers insights you won’t hear in mainstream coverage.Chapters00:00 South America update and why 2026 matters02:12 What just happened between the U.S., Venezuela, and Cuba05:20 Why Venezuela oil is critical to Cuba’s economy08:45 Can Cuba survive without Venezuelan energy support12:30 How U.S. sanctions reshape Latin America geopolitics16:05 Are China and Russia gaining influence in South America19:40 Why some investors are bullish on Latin America23:05 The risks of U.S. intervention for regional stability26:30 World Bank growth projections for Latin America in 2026Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latinwealthListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69AfcWl5P3M9bl19RURIcd?si=133793e170d34e16Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latin-wealth/id1579419570Email us at: [email protected]