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PRIO Posts Record US$879M Adjusted EBITDA as Efficiency Drives Growth; Shareholder Payout Policy Awaited
Brazilian oil producer PRIO (PRIO3) reports record Q2 adjusted EBITDA of US$879M on deep cost cuts, fueling expectation for a new dividend policy.

Tegma (TGMA3) Announces Dividend Distribution; Cut-off Date Set for Thursday
Tegma Gestão Logística (TGMA3) will distribute R$1.14 per share in dividends and JCP, with the eligibility cut-off date set for Thursday, August 6.

Record Sugarcane Crush in Brazil's Center-South Confirms Supply Surge, Intensifying Ethanol/Sugar Price Tension
High cane volumes in São Paulo confirm a strong harvest, but mills are prioritizing ethanol, creating a nuanced supply outlook.

Bradesco Announces R$10 Billion Capital Raise Paired With Accelerated JCP Payout
Bradesco is launching a capital increase up to R$10 billion, structuring the move to allow shareholders to use an accelerated JCP payment to subscribe at a discount.

Haddad’s São Paulo Run Becomes PT’s Strategic Proxy for Lula’s Policy Continuity
The PT is heavily prioritizing former Finance Minister Fernando Haddad's run for São Paulo governor, turning the state race into a direct test of the Lula administration's economic policy direction and stability for investors.

Petrobras Policy Confirms Political CapEx Priority, Slashing Minimum Dividend Payout to 45% FCF
Petrobras (PETR4) cut its minimum dividend payout to 45% of Free Cash Flow, confirming the Lula administration's push for investment over returns.

Vivo Accelerates Legacy Network Shutdown to Boost 5G Efficiency and Operational Savings
Telefônica Brasil (VIVT3) is prioritizing the decommissioning of its 2G network to refarm valuable spectrum for 5G and cut costs, a strategy complicated by millions of legacy IoT devices.

AI Adoption Surges Among Brazilian PMEs Despite Tech Skills Gap, Creating Sector Demand
Brazilian small and medium enterprises make AI a top priority, but a skills gap creates demand for B3-listed tech providers.

Brazil Treasury Pivots Bond Strategy to Avoid Locking in Record High Real Yields
Brazil's National Treasury is cutting NTN-B supply, prioritizing LFTs after real yields soared, signaling official concern over high borrowing costs.

Brazilian SMEs Prioritize AI, Highlighting Local Tech Potential
Brazilian small businesses are prioritizing artificial intelligence, creating potential growth avenues for local software providers and B3 stocks.

AI Becomes Top Investment Priority for Brazilian SMEs
Brazilian small and mid-sized enterprises are rapidly adopting AI, driving a major B2B SaaS growth opportunity for tech providers like TOTVS and Locaweb.

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.

Bradesco and IRB Brasil RE Distribute JCP, Highlighting Shareholder Remuneration
Banco Bradesco and IRB Brasil RE paid Juros Sobre Capital Próprio on July 31, 2020, to shareholders of record from late 2019 and mid-2020.

Q2 Earnings Preview: Analysts Predict Robust Profit Growth Led by O&G, Resilient Domestic Stocks
Brazilian Q2 earnings season is forecast to show profit growth for commodities and select retail despite high Selic rate.

Lula, Xi Fast-Track Mercosul-China Trade Talks Amid New U.S. Tariffs, Focusing on Critical Minerals
Brazil's Lula and China's Xi agreed to accelerate Mercosul-China trade talks, prioritizing minerals and fertilizer after new U.S. tariffs.

IRB and Bradesco JCP Payments Set to Inject Liquidity into B3 Small Caps
Large Juros sobre Capital Próprio (JCP) payments from IRB (IRBR3) and Bradesco (BBDC4) this week could spur capital reallocation toward B3 Small Caps.

Oil Prices Surge Past $88 on US-Iran Conflict Escalation
Brent crude jumps 4.63% to $88.13 amid US-Iran military clashes, injecting volatility into Petrobras pricing and fueling Brazil inflation worries.

High Selic Projections Squeeze Brazilian Small Caps
Rising inflation expectations have pushed Brazil's year-end Selic rate forecasts to 13%-14%, pressuring debt-sensitive domestic small caps.

Brazil Extends 12% Crude Export Tax; Oil Majors Prepare Legal War
Brazil’s administrative extension of its 12% crude export tax bypasses Congress, triggering legal threats from oil majors and elevating regulatory risk.

Ibovespa Drops 1.2% as US-Iran Escalation Sparks Oil Spike
Brazil's Ibovespa fell 1.2% to 175,739 on July 13, 2026, as escalating US-Iran tensions triggered a 9.5% oil spike and hit domestic sectors.

Hotmart slashes 10% of global workforce in creator economy pivot
Hotmart laid off 10% of its global workforce on July 6, 2026, restructuring operations to prioritize artificial intelligence integration and cost efficiency.

Buser Acquires AI Firm Designa to Pivot Into Tech Hub
Brazilian mobility startup Buser has acquired AI software house Designa to prioritize machine learning over fleet size, targeting R$ 700 million in 2026 revenue.

Strait of Hormuz Escalation Shatters Ceasefire, Shakes Energy Assets
A dramatic military escalation between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz has shattered a recent ceasefire, triggering volatility in global oil-linked assets.