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5 things to look for in 2026: Southern Cone gas and power

Predictions for the year ahead

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Javier Toro

Senior Research Manager, Southern Cone Gas and Power Services

Specialist in natural gas, power and renewable energy, Javier is an economist with more than 12 years of experience.

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Drawing on insights from Wood Mackenzie's Southern Cone Gas & Power Service and Wood Mackenzie Lens Power & Renewables, our experts explore these five key themes in their latest report - 5 things to look for in 2026: Southern Cone gas and power:

  1. Brazil faces gas oversupply and price pressure in 2026
  2. Argentina LNG inches closer to FID in 2026
  3. Bolivia's new president courts private investment to reverse gas decline
  4. 2026 brings regulatory overhauls to Argentina and Brazil’s power sector, while Chile welcomes a new government
  5. Brazil's long-awaited capacity auctions set to drive major regulated market activity in 2026

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