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US 25% Tariff Takes Effect but Brazil Agro Secures Key Exemptions
The new US 25% tariff on Brazilian imports took effect July 22, but key agricultural exports secured exemptions, protecting 63% of Brazil's agro trade.
Advent-Backed Skyone Eyes Larger M&As After ADD IT Deal
Following its largest acquisition to date, Brazil's Skyone is leveraging backing from Advent International to target further cloud and AI infrastructure M&As.
New US Tariffs and Rising Fiscal Inflation Cap Brazilian Real
A new 25% US tariff on Brazilian imports and rising domestic inflation forecasts to 5.1% limit the Brazilian real's upside, keeping USD/BRL under pressure.
Brazil Soybean Belt Dryness Raises Early Crop-Stress Risks
A persistent dry spell in Brazil's key soybean regions, including Sorriso and Rio Verde, is raising soil moisture concerns ahead of the 2026/27 planting season.
BCB Modernizes FX Rules to Expand Foreign Currency Accounts
The Central Bank of Brazil (BCB) officially expanded access to foreign currency accounts, slashing cross-border transaction costs for global investors.
VVCR11 Yield Spikes to 1.64% as FII Distributes R$ 0.13
Real estate receivables fund VVCR11 distributed a monthly dividend of R$ 0.13 per share on July 23, 2026, pushing its monthly dividend yield to 1.64%.
Brazilian Real Rallies to 5.05/USD on Record H1 Inflows
Brazil’s currency gains 3% over the past month as a massive $42.4 billion trade surplus and high interest rates shield the Real from global volatility.
US 25% Tariffs Threaten $4.6B in Brazil Ag Exports
A newly active 25% US tariff under Section 301 hits 36.5% of Brazil's agricultural exports, forcing producers to reroute supply chains.
Soybean Speculators Stay Net-Long as Weather Risks Rise
Large non-commercial traders hold a strong net-long position in soybeans as Midwest heat and robust export demand support the agricultural market.
Brazil Agribusiness: Dry Spell in Soy Belt Raises Crop Risks
A severe dry spell across Brazil's key soybean regions is raising crop-stress risks, threatening supply and catching the attention of global commodity traders.
Régis Bittencourt Highway Auction Puts Motiva (MOTV3) in Focus
Brazil's upcoming BR-116 highway concession auction puts blue-chip operator Motiva (MOTV3) in focus amid a strong rally for the Ibovespa today.
Motiva, EPR, and Arteris Battle for Brazil's Régis Bittencourt
Three major operators submit formal bids for the 383-km Régis Bittencourt highway, unlocking R$ 11.2 billion in total CAPEX and OPEX.
Foreign Capital Returns to B3 While Domestic Money Clings to Fixed Income
Global investors returned to Brazilian equities in 2026, driving R$ 38.6 billion in inflows, while local capital remains heavily concentrated in fixed income.
XP Enters Acquirer Market to Challenge Fintechs and Banks
XP launches 'XP Empresas Pay' and a Visa Infinite corporate card targeting PMEs, directly challenging established Brazilian acquirers and digital banks.
Mercado Libre Targets Chile for In-House Pharmacy Expansion
Mercado Libre (MELI) is pitching an online-only, in-house pharmacy model to Chile, aiming to transition into a direct 1P medicine retailer.
Brazil Central Bank Resolution 575 to Lower USD/BRL Hedging Costs
Taking effect October 1, 2026, BCB Resolution 575 will allow multinational firms to hold USD accounts in Brazil, bypassing costly FX conversion fees.
BTG Real Estate Fund Slashes Vacancy, Projects 28% Revenue Jump
BTG Pactual's corporate office fund secured major leases in São Paulo, slashing financial vacancy to 20% and driving a projected 28% jump in rental revenue.
Brazil 10-Year Bond Yields Rise Above 14.75% on Fiscal Worries
Brazil's 10-year government bond yield topped 14.75% in late July 2026 as rising budget deficits and energy inflation keep pressure on the central bank.
Soybean Speculators Hold Strong Net-Long Positions Amid Rally
Large speculators maintain a heavily bullish stance on soybean futures as prices hit multi-week highs and the broader Brazilian stock market surges.
Brazil Agribusiness: Dry Spell in Soybean Belt Raises Crop Risk
A persistent dry spell in key Brazilian soybean regions like Sorriso and Rio Verde is raising crop-stress risks and drawing investor attention.
Mercado Libre Eyes In-House Pharmacy Expansion in Chile
Mercado Libre seeks regulatory approval for an online-only pharmacy model in Chile, threatening traditional Latin American retail drugstores.
Régis Bittencourt Highway Auction Draws Three Major Bidders
Arteris, EPR, and Motiva (formerly CCR) submit bids for the BR-116 Régis Bittencourt concession, testing Brazil's new contract optimization model.
XP Enters Brazil Acquiring Market to Challenge Fintechs
XP launches payment processing and corporate credit cards for SMEs, targeting Brazil's R$4 trillion acquiring market and challenging Stone and PagSeguro.
Foreign Funds Flood B3 with R$ 38.6B as Locals Stick to Fixed Income
A widening divergence between yield-seeking local retail investors and opportunistic foreign funds is reshaping the liquidity dynamics of Brazil's stock market.
EDGA11 FII Signs Major Leases, Slashing Vacancy to 20%
BTG Pactual's EDGA11 real estate fund secures two major leases in Rio de Janeiro, cutting vacancy to 20% and paving the way for a 28% revenue surge.
Brazil Stock Market Today: Ibovespa Rallies 2.4% on Earnings
Brazil's Ibovespa surged 2.44% to 177,548 points on July 22, 2026, driven by strong Q2 earnings from Vale and WEG despite macroeconomic headwinds.
US Tariffs on Brazil Shift Focus to October 2026 Election
US 25% tariffs on Brazilian goods take effect, altering the political landscape ahead of Brazil's October 2026 presidential election.
Brazil Eyes US IP Retaliation Over Section 301 Tariffs
Brazil prepares intellectual property countermeasures against US tech and pharma, bypassing import tariffs to target patent protections and royalty remittances.
US-Brazil Trade War Escalates: 25% Tariffs Hit B3 Stocks
US imposes 25% tariffs on $7.4B of Brazilian exports over Pix dispute; President Lula counters with an R$18.5B credit line, rattling the USD/BRL.
Ibovespa Defies US Tariffs as WEG and Vale Drive 2.44% Surge
Brazil's Ibovespa surged 2.44% to 177,547 points, brushing off new 25% US tariffs on Brazilian goods as strong corporate earnings and operational previews boost B3 stocks.