Deal activity in Latin America surged in the first half of 2012, according to data released today by the Latin American Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (LAVCA), reflecting how firms across the region are utilizing ‘dry powder’ from last year’s record fundraising cycle. In the first half of the year, firms closed 90 deals across Latin America, representing a 38% increase from 1H2011. For more information on LAVCA’s 1H2012 data, click here.