Generalizes on the best strategy to enter the market, e.g., visiting the country; importance of relationships to finding a good partner; use of agents.
Last Published: 8/8/2016
  • Ecuador is open to foreign investment in many sectors. However, frequent changes in Ecuador’s tax, commercial, investment, and economic policies make business planning a challenge.
  • U.S. companies should take the time to visit Ecuador frequently to develop long-term relationships with local Ecuadorian business partners.
  • U.S. companies are advised to appoint a local agent or distributor to service the Ecuadorian market.

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