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Brazil Policy Risk: Finance Minister Warns of Import Tax Return
CurrenciesJul 28

Brazil Policy Risk: Finance Minister Warns of Import Tax Return

Finance Minister Dario Durigan warns the 'blusinhas' tax on sub-$50 e-commerce could return if surging imports hurt domestic retail and the Brazilian real.

Embraer Stock Jumps on Record $34.5 Billion Order Backlog
MarketsJul 28

Embraer Stock Jumps on Record $34.5 Billion Order Backlog

Embraer shares surged over 5% as the Brazilian planemaker reported a record $34.5 billion order backlog for Q2 2026, boosting long-term revenue visibility.

GARE11 Confirms 2026 Dividend Guidance Post-Capital Raise
InvestingJul 28

GARE11 Confirms 2026 Dividend Guidance Post-Capital Raise

Brazilian real estate fund GARE11 maintains its 2026 dividend guidance of R$0.083 to R$0.090 per share after allocating R$1.27 billion in capital.

Brazil Stock Market Today: Ibovespa Rises as Oil Slump Hits Petrobras
InvestingJul 28

Brazil Stock Market Today: Ibovespa Rises as Oil Slump Hits Petrobras

The Ibovespa rose 0.74% to 175,334.46 points as falling crude prices dragged Petrobras down but fueled a domestic stock rally and lowered interest rate futures.

Brazil Challenges New US Tariffs at WTO Over 37.5% Tax Risk
AgroJul 28

Brazil Challenges New US Tariffs at WTO Over 37.5% Tax Risk

Brazil formally requests WTO consultations over new US tariffs reaching 37.5%, escalating trade tensions and threatening key agribusiness exporters.

INSS Consigned Rate Cap Reduction Looms, Pressuring Banks
PROInvestingJul 28

INSS Consigned Rate Cap Reduction Looms, Pressuring Banks

Brazil's Social Security Council (CNPS) will meet on August 4 to discuss lowering the 1.85% monthly interest rate cap on INSS consigned credit.

Hapvida Premium Plan Entry Threatens Small-Cap Hospital Stocks
Small CapsJul 28

Hapvida Premium Plan Entry Threatens Small-Cap Hospital Stocks

Hapvida's launch of the NotreDame Saúde premium plan enters high-margin territory, threatening small-cap hospital operators like Mater Dei and Kora Saúde.

EU $1 Billion Brazilian Meat Ban Set for September
PROAgroJul 28

EU $1 Billion Brazilian Meat Ban Set for September

A looming EU embargo on Brazilian meat, honey, and fish over antimicrobial rules threatens $1 billion in trade, raising risks for B3 stocks and the real.

Ibovespa Climbs Above 175,000 as Domestic Stocks Overtake Commodity Exporters on Geopolitical Easing
PROInvestingJul 28

Ibovespa Climbs Above 175,000 as Domestic Stocks Overtake Commodity Exporters on Geopolitical Easing

Brazil's Ibovespa rose 0.74% to 175,334.45, fueled by rate-sensitive financial and domestic names, while Petrobras shares dropped on lower oil prices.

EU Embargo Threatens $500M in Brazilian Agribusiness Exports
AgroJul 28

EU Embargo Threatens $500M in Brazilian Agribusiness Exports

A looming European Union embargo on Brazilian beef, honey, and fish over antimicrobial rules threatens over $500 million in trade, impacting major meatpackers.

Brazilian Real Slides Past R$ 5.11 as Global Risks Rise
CurrenciesJul 28

Brazilian Real Slides Past R$ 5.11 as Global Risks Rise

The Brazilian real fell to R$ 5.11 against the US dollar amid a lack of support from global oil prices and cautious international market sentiment.

Brazilian Real Pauses Rally at R$5.13 Resistance as Oil Prices Plunge on US-Iran Truce
CurrenciesJul 28

Brazilian Real Pauses Rally at R$5.13 Resistance as Oil Prices Plunge on US-Iran Truce

The Brazilian Real's strengthening was tested as the USD/BRL exchange rate held near R$5.13, driven by a sharp drop in crude oil prices.

Brazilian Real Holds Near 5.11 Despite US Tariff Headwinds
CurrenciesJul 28

Brazilian Real Holds Near 5.11 Despite US Tariff Headwinds

The Brazilian Real hovers near 5.11 as Middle East geopolitical relief offsets new 25% US tariffs ahead of the upcoming hawkish FOMC hold.

Brazil Challenges US Tariff Hike at WTO as Trade Risks Rise
PoliticsJul 28

Brazil Challenges US Tariff Hike at WTO as Trade Risks Rise

Brazil formally challenges a US tariff hike of up to 37.5% at the WTO, escalating trade tensions and driving volatility for USD/BRL and B3 stocks.

IFIX Volatility Rises as CACR11 Surges and RCRB11 Plunges
InvestingJul 28

IFIX Volatility Rises as CACR11 Surges and RCRB11 Plunges

Brazil's IFIX real estate index fell 0.18% to 3,798.06 points, led by a 4.81% surge in CACR11 and a 2.04% drop in RCRB11 amid sector-specific volatility.

USD BRL Technical Alert: Real Holds Below Key Moving Averages
CurrenciesJul 28

USD BRL Technical Alert: Real Holds Below Key Moving Averages

The USD/BRL pair remains below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, signaling technical resistance for the dollar and support for the Brazilian real.

IFIX Drops as Inter Asset Reorganizes Key Real Estate Funds
Small CapsJul 28

IFIX Drops as Inter Asset Reorganizes Key Real Estate Funds

Brazil's IFIX index fell 0.18% as Inter Asset moves forward with the consolidation and liquidation of its INRD11 and ITIP11 real estate investment funds.

Brazil Real Estate Funds Restructure Amid High Interest Rates
Small CapsJul 28

Brazil Real Estate Funds Restructure Amid High Interest Rates

Brazilian real estate investment funds undergo consolidation and asset sales, highlighting risks and opportunities for small-cap investors on the B3 exchange.

IFIX Retreats as Wave of Real Estate Fund (FII) Liquidations Signals Sector Stress
MarketsJul 28

IFIX Retreats as Wave of Real Estate Fund (FII) Liquidations Signals Sector Stress

Brazil’s main real estate index, IFIX, is struggling due to localized FII liquidations, contrasting with the broader B3 market gain.

Brazilian Real Gains on Carry Trade Appeal Amid High Selic Rate
CurrenciesJul 28

Brazilian Real Gains on Carry Trade Appeal Amid High Selic Rate

The Brazilian real hits a seven-week high of 5.06 per USD as investors chase lucrative carry trades driven by Brazil's restrictive 14.25% Selic rate.

Brazil Formally Challenges US Tariffs Up to 37.5% at WTO, Raising Uncertainty for Ethanol Exporters
AgroJul 28

Brazil Formally Challenges US Tariffs Up to 37.5% at WTO, Raising Uncertainty for Ethanol Exporters

Brazil filed a formal WTO complaint against new US tariffs, including a 25% levy that impacts ethanol, threatening a combined rate of 37.5%.

Brazil Files WTO Case Against U.S. Tariffs of Up to 37.5%
PoliticsJul 28

Brazil Files WTO Case Against U.S. Tariffs of Up to 37.5%

Brazil challenges new U.S. Section 301 tariffs of up to 37.5% at the WTO, raising risks for trade-exposed B3 stocks and the Brazilian real.

Lula Congressional Support Halves, Escalating Brazil Fiscal Risks
PoliticsJul 28

Lula Congressional Support Halves, Escalating Brazil Fiscal Risks

Brazil's Senate support for President Lula's priority bills has plummeted to 38.5%, fueling investor concern over fiscal gridlock and USD/BRL volatility.

Brazil Files WTO Case Against US Tariffs as Trade Row Escalates
PROAgroJul 28

Brazil Files WTO Case Against US Tariffs as Trade Row Escalates

Brazil has requested WTO consultations over US Section 301 tariffs, introducing fresh risk for B3 stocks, the EWZ ETF, and the USD/BRL exchange rate.

New US Tariffs on Brazilian Imports Threaten USD/BRL Volatility
CurrenciesJul 28

New US Tariffs on Brazilian Imports Threaten USD/BRL Volatility

A new 25% US tariff on Brazilian imports pushes total rates to 37.5%, driving USD/BRL volatility and threatening the Brazilian real's recent bullish momentum.

Brazil Stock Market Today: Inflation Slowdown and Petrobras Drive Focus
MarketsJul 28

Brazil Stock Market Today: Inflation Slowdown and Petrobras Drive Focus

Lower July IPCA-15 inflation expectations and Petrobras' Q2 production report boost the Ibovespa today as investors eye potential Selic rate cuts.

Brazil Treasury Curbs NTN-B Sales as Real Rates Cross 8% on Fiscal Jitters
MarketsJul 28

Brazil Treasury Curbs NTN-B Sales as Real Rates Cross 8% on Fiscal Jitters

Weak demand for inflation-linked NTN-B bonds, driven by historic real rates, forces Brazil's Treasury to increase short-term debt risk.

Brazil Files WTO Complaint Against New US Tariffs
PoliticsJul 28

Brazil Files WTO Complaint Against New US Tariffs

Brazil formally filed a consultation request with the WTO to challenge cumulative US tariffs of up to 37.5% under Section 301.

Brazil Formally Files WTO Dispute Against US Tariffs, Exposing 16.5% of Exports to 37.5% Levy
PoliticsJul 28

Brazil Formally Files WTO Dispute Against US Tariffs, Exposing 16.5% of Exports to 37.5% Levy

Brazil has formally initiated a WTO dispute against the US over new Section 301 tariffs, introducing trade uncertainty for Brazilian real and equity markets.

Speculators’ Extreme Net-Long Soybean Bet Vulnerable to Unwind as Brazil Crop Sets Record
PROMarketsJul 28

Speculators’ Extreme Net-Long Soybean Bet Vulnerable to Unwind as Brazil Crop Sets Record

Large futures speculators ramped up their net-long soybean position to 175,646 contracts, signalling peak bullish conviction.