Search
683 results for “Markets”
Speculators Place Large Bullish Bet on Soybeans, Setting Up Price Support for Brazilian Farmers
Hedge funds and large speculators increased their net-long bets on Chicago soybean futures to a record high, signaling strong bullish conviction.
Brazil’s Petrobras Expands Global Exploration with Eight Offshore Blocks in Ivory Coast
Brazil’s state-controlled oil giant Petrobras signed production-sharing contracts for eight exploratory blocks off the coast of Côte d'Ivoire, securing a new deepwater exploration frontier.
Brazil’s Surprise Social Spending Hike Ignites Fiscal Fears Ahead of Election
Brazil's government announced a 15% increase to the Bolsa Família benefit, raising fiscal concerns ahead of the October general election.
Speculative Bets on Global Soybean Price Hit Highs, Bolstering Brazilian Agriculture Outlook
Financial traders increased their net long position on Chicago Board of Trade soybean futures to 273,424 contracts as of September 8, signaling strong global price bullishness that affects Brazil's massive export sector.
Brazilian Beef Industry Pushes for Swift EU Market Re-Entry Following Antimicrobial Ban
Brazil's beef exporters expect the EU to lift its import ban, but are lobbying for a transition rule to bypass the strict, retroactive traceability requirement.
Statistical Tie in Brazilian Presidential Runoff Heightens Political Risk, Weighs on Markets
A new AtlasIntel/Bloomberg poll shows President Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in a statistical tie for the October runoff, driving new volatility in Brazilian assets.
Ex-São Paulo City Council President Target in Major PCC Transport Infiltration Probe
Police launched 'Operação Vectura Corrupta' targeting deep infiltration by the PCC crime syndicate into São Paulo's public bus system, with former City Council President Milton Leite among those sought on arrest warrants.
Speculative Bets on Soybean Prices Near Record Highs as Brazil Dominance Continues
CFTC data shows non-commercial traders are heavily net-long in CBOT soybean futures, signaling bullish expectations for the global commodity driven by strong Brazilian supply and export demand.
Brazilian Tech Firms Split on Wall Street: Fintech Lists as Education Exits NASDAQ
The Brazilian technology sector is showing a fractured approach to US markets, with PicPay launching an IPO while education companies delist.
Large Speculators Take Significant Net-Long Bet on Soybeans, Impacting Brazil’s Agricultural Outlook
US large speculators held a net-long position of 273,424 soybean futures contracts, a sentiment that translates to higher price expectations for Brazil’s record crop.
Brazil’s Two-Front Regulatory War on US Big Tech Ratchets Up Political and Compliance Risk
Brazil is setting up a major regulatory clash with US technology giants through a new antitrust bill and a Supreme Court ruling on content liability.
Speculators Bet Big on Rising Soy Prices in Chicago, Benefiting Brazil’s Agribusiness
Large traders on the Chicago Board of Trade pushed their net-long position in soybean futures to 273,424 contracts by September 8, signaling a bullish outlook for the commodity that is key to Brazil’s economy.
Renault and Geely Boost Brazil EV Investment to R$5.8 Billion, Confirming Local Hybrid Production
Carmakers Renault and Geely are adding R$2 billion to their Brazil investment, accelerating local production of electric and hybrid vehicles in Paraná.
Statistical Tie Between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Drives Brazilian Market Rally
A statistical tie in recent polls between incumbent Lula and challenger Flávio Bolsonaro has fueled optimism in Brazilian markets, which are anticipating a shift toward stricter fiscal policy.
Speculators Place Massive Bullish Bet on Soybeans, Highlighting Risk for Brazil Agribusiness
Large speculative traders in the U.S. futures market amassed a net-long position of 273,424 contracts in Chicago Board of Trade soybeans as of September 8.
Institutional Conflict Over Supreme Court Justice Deepens Brazil’s 2026 Election Polarization
Brazil's presidential race is heating up as a Supreme Court scandal involving Justice Alexandre de Moraes fuels polarization ahead of the October election.
Speculators Hold Large Net-Long Position in Soybeans, Signaling Optimism for Global Price That Impacts Brazilian Agriculture
Large financial traders increased their net-long position in Chicago soybeans to 273,424 contracts, a key benchmark for Brazilian farmers.
Correction: Our September 15, 2026 at 15:28 UTC Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 8, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
BlackRock Launches Tax-Efficient ETF for Coupon-Bearing Brazilian Government Bonds
The world's largest asset manager is expanding its German-domiciled UCITS line to offer international investors tax-advantaged access to high-yielding Brazilian Real debt.
Correction: Our September 15, 2026 Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 8, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
Brazil’s Antitrust Body Clears Batista Brothers’ Acquisition of Strategic Missile Manufacturer Avibras
CADE’s General Superintendence approved the purchase of defense firm Avibras by the Batistas' personal investment vehicle, signaling a major private rescue of a strategic national asset.
Global Squeeze: 5% US Treasury Yields Constrain Brazil’s Central Bank and Pressure the Real
The rise in the benchmark US 10-year Treasury yield above 5% is raising borrowing costs for Brazil and complicating the Central Bank's path for cutting the Selic rate.
Speculators Hold Extreme Net-Long Bet on Soybean Meal, Signaling High Conviction and Price Risk
Large futures traders have amassed a near-record net-long position in Soybean Meal, a key Brazilian export, suggesting high conviction in rising prices.
BlackRock Confirms Plan to Launch Local Fixed-Income ETFs in Brazil
BlackRock will launch its first local fixed-income exchange-traded funds in Brazil this year, validating the rapidly growing R$135 billion ETF market.
Brazil’s Election Dead-Heat Coincides With Deepening Judicial Crisis and Agro-Energy Shocks
Brazil's political and economic stability is tested by a dead-heat election, a Supreme Court crisis, and major agricultural threats from El Niño.
Correction: Our September 14, 2026 at 21:38 UTC Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 8, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
Saudi Pipeline Attack Pushes Oil Past $108, Straining Brazilian Banks
A drone strike on Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline has pushed Brent crude past $108, threatening a prolonged high-interest-rate cycle and rising credit risk for Brazilian lenders.
Brazil Finance Minister Blames STF Instability and 'Fiscal Prejudice' for Economic Headwinds
Finance Minister Dario Durigan said institutional instability in the Supreme Court is hurting the economy and credibility of foreign investors.
Correction: Our September 14, 2026 Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 8, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
Global Index Inclusion Opens Structural Pipeline for Foreign Capital into Brazil Real Estate Funds
Brazilian Real Estate Investment Trusts (FIIs) are attracting a new wave of automatic foreign capital, driven by their inclusion in major global emerging market indices.