CLAR 2026 congress addresses banking risks in Latin America

The XI Latin American Risk Congress (CLAR 2026) was held in Antigua Guatemala, bringing together financial experts and leaders to address the evolving challenges facing the Latin American banking sector. Organized by the Asociación Bancaria de Guatemala, the Escuela Bancaria de Guatemala, and FELABAN, the event focused on transforming risks into opportunities for resilience and profitability.

Key topics included the impact of artificial intelligence and data analytics on credit approvals, cybersecurity threats, and digital fraud. The agenda also covered macroeconomic trends, capital management, open finance, and immediate payment systems. Experts from various countries, including Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, and the United States, participated in discussions regarding how risk management is shifting from a mere control function to a strategic component for institutional sustainability.