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Lula Sanctions Law to Permanently End Brazil's 20% 'Little Blouse Tax' on E-Commerce Imports
President Lula makes the zero federal import tax on e-commerce parcels up to $50 permanent, benefiting millions of Brazilian consumers.
Circle’s $400 Million Tazapay Buy Bolsters USDC Infrastructure Play in Brazil’s Digital Economy
The acquisition of Singapore-based payments firm Tazapay will accelerate Circle's strategy to make USDC the core rail for cross-border commerce, leveraging existing partnerships with Nubank and BTG Pactual in Brazil.
Lula Government Allocates R$6.6 Billion in Fuel Subsidies, Challenging Fiscal Framework Target
Brazil's President Lula signed an executive order for R$6.6 billion in fuel subsidies, immediately pressuring the zero-deficit target.
Brazil Congress Upholds Zero Tax on E-Commerce Imports Under $50, Finalizing ‘Taxa das Blusinhas’ Reversal
Brazilian Congress approves provisional measure eliminating the 20% federal import tax on international e-commerce purchases under $50.
Brazilian Congress Ends 'Blusinha Tax,' Squeezing Domestic Small Retailers With New Import Advantage
The Brazilian Congress approved a measure eliminating the 20% federal import tax on international e-commerce purchases up to US$50, intensifying competitive pressure on local small businesses.
Lula Decrees Impose Bank-Like Governance on Big Tech, Face Immediate Fight in Brazilian Congress
President Lula's new decrees implement a 'duty of care' and financial-sector-like governance on Big Tech in Brazil, immediately facing a fight in Congress.
Brazil's Institutions Push Major Shifts: Tech 'Safe Harbor' Ends as Lula Stakes Claim on Economic Sovereignty
Brazil's Supreme Court removes the tech platform liability shield, while Congress finalizes consumer-friendly e-commerce tax rules.
Brazil Senate Approves Scrapping 20% Import Tax on Low-Value Foreign E-Commerce Purchases
Brazil's Congress finalized approval of a measure eliminating the 20% federal import tax on online purchases up to US$50, sparking retailer criticism.
Brazil Congress Finalizes Zero Federal Tax on E-commerce Purchases Up to US$50
Brazilian lawmakers approved a measure making the import tax exemption permanent for low-value international e-commerce purchases.
Brazil Congress Eliminates Import Tax on $50 E-commerce Orders, Awaits Lula Sanction
Brazilian Congress approves MP to permanently zero the federal import tax on international purchases up to US$50, impacting retail competition.
Brazil’s ‘Blusinhas Tax’ Reversal Faces Tight Senate Deadline as E-commerce War Heats Up
Brazil's Congress must vote by Tuesday on a measure to permanently eliminate the 20% import tax on small e-commerce purchases.
Brazil’s Chamber Approves E-Commerce Tax Exemption, Moving to Senate Ahead of Imminent Deadline
Brazilian lawmakers approved a bill to zero the federal import tax on $50 e-commerce purchases, sending the measure to the Senate with a September 8 deadline.
Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies Approves End to ‘Blouse Tax’ on $50 E-commerce Imports
Brazil's Chamber zeroed the federal import tax on international purchases up to $50, boosting foreign e-commerce and sending the bill to the Senate.
Brazil Threatens Trade Retaliation as EU Ban on Meat Imports Takes Effect
The European Union has banned Brazilian meat imports over antimicrobial rules, prompting Brazil to warn of 'commercial reciprocity measures.'
Nasdaq Index Offers Digital Gateway to Brazil Economy, Bypassing Commodity Swings
The new Nasdaq Novo Brazil Index captures growth in fintech and e-commerce by including US-listed companies with key exposure.
Large Speculators Bet Big on Rising Soybean Prices as Brazil Planting Season Begins
Funds hold a net-long position of 120,971 soybean contracts, signaling concern over Brazil's 2026/2027 crop due to El Niño weather risks.
Global Speculators Build Massive Long Bet on Soybeans, Pinning Hopes on Price Rise for Brazil’s Record Harvest
Non-commercial traders are heavily net-long soybean futures, signaling an expectation of rising prices for a commodity critical to Brazil's economy.
Global Speculators Maintain Extreme Soybean Bet, Signaling Price Pressure Relief for Brazilian Farmers
Non-commercial traders hold a massive net-long position in soybeans futures, suggesting an end to the price slump.
Speculators Place Record Bet on Higher Soybean Prices, Creating Potential Tailwind for Brazilian Agriculture
Large speculators have amassed a massive net-long position in soybean futures, signaling an expected price jump that could boost Brazil’s agribusiness sector.
Brazilian TSE Defends Algorithmic Curb on Big Tech After US Official Calls Rule 'Censorship'
Brazil's Superior Electoral Court is defending a new rule limiting platforms from algorithmically recommending political candidates.
Marina Silva Warns of ‘Serra Pelada of Oil’ After Petrobras Discovery in Amazon Mouth
Brazil’s Environment Minister Marina Silva insists on extensive environmental studies before commercial exploration of oil in the sensitive Amazon Mouth region.
Brazil’s Dual VAT System Faces Judicial Backlash Over Record-High 28% Rate
Brazil’s landmark tax reform, featuring a 28% estimated dual VAT rate, is immediately threatened by political exemptions and legal challenges at the Supreme Court.
Brazil’s Electoral Court Limits Big Tech Algorithm Influence for 2026 Election, Drawing US Criticism
Brazil's Superior Electoral Court restricted platform algorithms from promoting political content ahead of the 2026 election, prompting US criticism.
Lula Government Axes ‘Blusinhas Tax’ on US$50 Foreign E-Commerce, Reviving Political Debate
Provisional Measure zeros 20% federal import duty on low-value international purchases, reversing an unpopular 2024 policy.
Rio de Janeiro Seeks R$26 Billion Debt Restructure with Major Commercial Banks
Brazil's interim Governor of Rio de Janeiro moves to renegotiate R$26 billion in commercial bank debt to secure a state primary surplus.
Brazil Regulator CVM Targets State Bank CEO Over Stock Recommendation
Brazil's market regulator, the CVM, is pursuing action against Banco do Brasil's CEO, Tarciana Medeiros, for recommending its stock.
Large Speculators Place Overwhelming Bet on Rising Soybean Prices, Signaling Relief for Brazilian Agro
Financial traders hold an extreme net-long position in soybeans, a bullish signal for Brazil's massive agricultural export economy.
Brazil Supreme Court Expands Tech Platform Liability Beyond Content in Landmark Ruling
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court reinterpreted the Marco Civil da Internet, holding digital platforms liable for commercial and technical failures.
Brazil’s Electoral Court Bans Deepfakes in 2026 Elections, Setting Up First Major Legal Fight Over AI
Brazil's TSE has enacted a total ban on deepfakes in the 2026 elections, even if authorized, with the rule immediately challenged by the Bolsonaro campaign.
Big Speculators Place Bullish Bet on Soybeans, Signal Price Risk for Brazilian Exports
Large non-commercial traders in the futures market are heavily net-long soybean contracts, signaling a potential upward price move.