About Us

Síntesis Financiera is a distinguished economic and financial consultancy with over four decades of expertise in analyzing public policy, providing macroeconomic forecasts, conducting country risk analysis, and evaluating the Venezuelan financial system. Renowned for our objectivity and fierce commitment to editorial independence, clients have long relied on Síntesis Financiera to further their understanding of Venezuela’s economic and political situation.

Rigorous methodology backed by an on-the-ground perspective

Síntesis Financiera’s presence on the ground in Venezuela, observing the consequences of the country’s shifting political and economic realities as they unfold in real, leaves our team uniquely positioned to provide the forward-looking analysis and strategic, focused insights that enable our clients to anticipate change and navigate Venezuela’s highly dynamic and rapidly evolving economic, financial, and political landscape,

By leveraging a rigorous scenario methodology that integrates the political context with plausible policy options, we endeavor to provide a clear yet nuanced view of the country’s macroeconomic and financial situation indispensable to informed decision-making in a uniquely challenging operating environment.

Our pragmatic, forward-looking approach to analysis allows us to go beyond the numbers – and the headlines – to candidly assess emerging risks and opportunities, while our highly accurate forecasts account for the most critical drivers of the Venezuelan economy, including inflation, the exchange rate and the dollar’s purchasing power.

A formidable team of subject-matter experts

A former president of the Central Bank of Venezuela with extensive experience running large and complex organizations, founder and chair Ruth de Krivoy leverages both her decision-making skills and her deep understanding of the interaction between politics and policy to help clients manage the economic, financial, and regulatory challenges that have come to characterize the Venezuelan market. Her multifaceted career has ingrained in Ruth a deep appreciation for the need to adapt and evolve in response to changing circumstances, an invaluable skill in today’s fast-paced and dynamic business environment.

Tamara Herrera is President and Chief Economist, one of Venezuela’s most authoritative sources on economics, politics, and policy. She pioneered country-risk analysis in Venezuela and spearheaded Sintesis Financiera’s integral approach to analyzing politics and policy and foreseeing how government actions affect Venezuela’s markets and business operations. Since joining the firm in 1976, Tamara has also played a critical role in developing the consultancy’s financial sector analysis and macroeconomic forecasting capabilities.

Miriam Maita. Her extensive background in macroeconomics, econometric forecasting, and policy analysis has significantly contributed to Sintesis Financiera’s reputation for delivering insightful analysis of Venezuela’s complex economic landscape. Prior to joining the firm as a senior economist in 2022, she spent 12 years in an economic research role at the Central Bank of Venezuela, honing her skills and gaining an in-depth understanding of the intricacies of the Venezuelan economy. Miriam’s profound grasp of Venezuela’s monetary, fiscal, and foreign exchange dynamics has proven particularly valuable in a nation lacking official data.

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