About Carlos

Carlos Mendez is a Senior Financial Analyst at Best Brokers LATAM with over 12 years of experience in financial markets and broker regulation. Born and raised in Mexico City, Carlos has dedicated his career to helping Latin American traders navigate the complex world of online brokers and CFD trading.

After earning his MBA in Finance from ITESM (Tecnológico de Monterrey) and completing the CFA Level II exam, Carlos worked for 5 years as a compliance officer at a major international broker, giving him insider knowledge of how brokers operate, their regulatory obligations, and what separates trustworthy platforms from problematic ones.

Expertise & Focus

Regional Specialization:

• Latin American markets (Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru)
• Local payment systems (SPEI, PSE, Webpay)
• Cross-border trading regulations
• Currency controls and tax implications

Technical Knowledge:

• Broker regulation and licensing
• Trading platform evaluation
• Fee structure analysis
• Risk management for retail traders

Languages: Spanish (native), English (fluent), Portuguese (intermediate)

Why Trust Carlos?

✅ Real Trading Experience: Active trader for 8+ years with personal capital at risk
✅ Industry Insider: Former compliance officer at tier-1 regulated broker
✅ Academic Credentials: MBA Finance, CFA Level II candidate
✅ Regional Expert: Deep understanding of LATAM-specific challenges
✅ Independent: No financial ties to brokers reviewed

Professional Background

2020 - Present: Senior Analyst, Best Brokers LATAM

• Lead reviewer for 18+ major brokers
• Author of 150+ educational articles
• Developer of proprietary scoring methodology
• Primary researcher for country-specific guides

2016 - 2020: Compliance Officer, XYZ International Broker

• Monitored regulatory compliance across 15 jurisdictions
• Managed client complaint resolution
• Conducted internal audits of trading practices
• Liaison with CySEC and FCA regulators

2014 - 2016: Financial Analyst, ABC Capital Management

• Portfolio analysis and risk assessment
• Due diligence on investment products
• Market research and competitive analysis

Certifications & Education

• MBA in Finance — Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM), 2014
• CFA Level II — CFA Institute, 2019
• Bachelor of Economics — UNAM, 2011
• Series 63 License — FINRA (US), 2017-2020

Notable Reviews & Contributions

Carlos has authored or co-authored all major broker reviews on Best Brokers LATAM, including:

• Libertex Review
• eToro Review
• XTB Review
• Interactive Brokers Review

He also created our comprehensive country guides:

• Mexico Trading Guide
• Argentina Trading Guide
• Colombia Trading Guide
• Chile Trading Guide
• Peru Trading Guide

Editorial Philosophy

"My goal is simple: give Latin American traders the honest, detailed information they need to make smart decisions. Too many sites hide the risks or push high-commission brokers. We do the opposite—we test with real money, show you the numbers, and tell you what actually works."

Carlos believes in:

• Transparency: Disclose all commercial relationships
• Independence: Never let revenue influence reviews
• Education: Explain complex concepts in plain language
• Accountability: Update reviews when conditions change

Media & Speaking

Carlos has been quoted or featured in:

• El Financiero (Mexico)
• Bloomberg Línea
• Investing.com LATAM
• FX Week

He regularly speaks at trading webinars and has presented at:

• iFX EXPO Latin America (2022, 2023)
• Mexico Fintech Summit (2023)
• Online Trading Conference Buenos Aires (2024)

Contact & Collaboration

For media inquiries, speaking opportunities, or collaboration requests:

• Email: [email protected]
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/carlos-mendez-latam

Disclosure: Carlos does not accept payment for reviews, consulting fees from brokers, or gifts exceeding $50 in value. He maintains personal trading accounts with some reviewed brokers but discloses these relationships where applicable.

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