It is not the strongest, but the largest. This is a direct result of having:
The strongest would mean having an economy that would stand the biggest shocks, both internal and external. In this regard, countries such as Chile, Colombia or Mexico would better fit the description.
BRAZIL
Brazil has the strongest economy in South America.
It is subjective to determine the strongest country in Latin America as strength can be measured in various ways such as economy, military power, or political influence. As of now, Brazil tends to be considered one of the strongest countries in the region due to its large economy, population, and landmass.
Brazil
Brazil does (2.1 trillion)
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The largest economies of South America in (2013) are:1st) Brazil2nd) Argentina3rd) ColombiaHowever, by allprojectedeconomic indicators, Colombia will move up one spot and Argentina will move down one spot in as early as 2014.4th) Venzuea5th) Peru6th) ChileButVenezuelaand Peru is another case whereVenezuelawill move down one spot and Peru will move up one spot. This is also expected to happen by early 2014.
The fiight is between Brazil, Mexico and Colombiain my opinion
It is the second largest economy after Brazil, and roughly represents 25% of the region's GDP.
U.S.A Brazil is the most populous in South America (as usa to north) Brazil is the richest in South America (as usa to north) Brazil is the one with highest international influence in South America (as usa to north) Brazil has the strongest currency in South America (as usa to north) Brazil is the widest in the south America (usa is second largest in north, but close to 1st) Brazil is in temperate/tropical area (as the usa) Brazil has a very wide coast (so does the usa)
Yes. Brazil is the largest national economy in Latin America. It is the world's eighth largest economy at market exchange rates and the 9th largest in purchasing power parity (PPP).
The main source of economy of Brazil is from Agriculture. Brazil economy is the eighth largest economy in the world.