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Federal Police Allege Banco Master Used 'Document Factory' in $1.4 Billion Payroll Loan Fraud
A massive financial scandal in Brazil centers on Banco Master and its owner, Daniel Vorcaro, with federal police finding evidence of a "document factory" used to create R$7.15 billion in fictitious loans that were later resold to a state-owned bank, sparking a judicial-political crisis.
Corruption Probe Against Flávio Bolsonaro Adds Legal Risk to Tight Brazilian Presidential Race
Court documents unsealed weeks before the election reveal presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro is under investigation for corruption and money laundering linked to a disgraced banker.
Brazil STF Justice Lifts Secrecy on Key Probes Targeting Bolsonaro Son, Ciro Nogueira Ahead of Election
Supreme Court Justice André Mendonça unsealed 39 judicial processes, exposing details in the 'Dark Horse' film and Banco Master corruption investigations involving top politicians.
Supreme Court Documents Confirm Formal Investigation of Presidential Candidate Flávio Bolsonaro
STF unseals documents in the high-profile 'Master Case,' confirming a formal probe into presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro over alleged corruption linked to a failed bank.
Correction: Our September 11, 2026 at 13:41 UTC Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 1, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
Brazil Supreme Court President Ends Secrecy in 'Master' Probe to Contain Institutional Crisis
STF President Edson Fachin compelled Justice André Mendonça to unseal 14 procedures in the 'Master' corruption case, exposing the full details to all justices ahead of a critical plenary session next week, amid a deep internal rift.
Unsealed Police Reports Detail Central Bank Supervisors' Role in Daniel Vorcaro Corruption Scheme
Federal Police reports unsealed by the Supreme Court reveal that high-ranking Central Bank supervisors acted as 'informal consultants' for the ex-banker at the heart of the Banco Master scandal, receiving travel and payments for insider help.
Supreme Court and Central Bank Integrity Rocked by Brazil's Banco Master Corruption Scandal
Federal Police reports exposed an alleged influence-peddling scheme linking failed Banco Master owner Daniel Vorcaro, Central Bank officials, and the family of STF Justice Alexandre de Moraes.
Supreme Court Probe Into Flávio Bolsonaro's Film Financing Rocks Brazil Election Campaign
Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, son of the former president, is under Federal Police investigation for alleged corruption in financing his father's biopic.
Correction: Our September 10, 2026 Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 1, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
Brazil Court Suspends Registration of New Glyphosate Agrochemicals for 90 Days
A Labor Court in Brasília ordered a 90-day suspension on the registration of all new glyphosate-based agrochemicals, citing health concerns and demanding impact reports from federal regulators.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Crisis Deepens as Justices Set to Vote on Investigating Colleague Alexandre de Moraes
STF President Edson Fachin called an extraordinary session for September 15 to decide on a formal investigation into Justice Alexandre de Moraes.
Brazil Federal Police Target Bolsonaro Ally Mário Frias in R$2 Million Fund Diversion Probe
Federal Police executed 49 warrants in a probe targeting Deputy Mário Frias for allegedly diverting R$2 million in public funds to finance a film about Jair Bolsonaro.
Institutional Crisis at Brazil’s Supreme Court Overshadows Election-Year Legislative Push
Brazil's political agenda was dominated by a deepening institutional crisis at the Supreme Court, while Congress rushed to pass new laws, including a key e-commerce tax exemption.
Former Air Force Chief Reveals Army Commander's Threat to Arrest Bolsonaro Over Coup Plot
A new book by the former Brazilian Air Force Commander details how the then-Army Commander threatened to arrest Jair Bolsonaro if he tried to nullify the 2022 election.
Brazil Finalizes Tax Reform’s Core Regulatory Framework, Sent for Presidential Sanction
Brazil's Chamber of Deputies passed the second regulatory bill for the consumption tax reform, establishing the Gestor Committee and setting the operational path for the new dual-VAT system.
Correction: Our September 10, 2026 at 21:25 UTC Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 1, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
Correction: Our September 10, 2026 at 15:23 UTC Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 1, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
Brazil’s Ibovespa to Include US-Listed Giants Like Nubank and XP, Marking Major Index Shift
The B3 stock exchange announced Brazilian Depositary Receipts (BDRs) for US-listed companies like Nubank and XP Inc. will join the Ibovespa, starting in 2027, with a 10% limit.
Brazil’s FGTS Council Frees R$4.5 Billion in Infrastructure Funds for Sanitation Projects
Brazil's powerful FGTS Curatorial Council approved the redemption of R$4.5 billion from its infrastructure fund to finance stalled sanitation and water works.
Brazil’s Consumption Tax Reform Becomes Political Flashpoint as Business Leaders Urge Presidential Candidates to Protect Law
A manifesto from specialists and business leaders is warning presidential candidates against halting the critical IVA Dual tax reform, citing political risk.
Massive Dollar Outflow Complicates Brazil Central Bank’s Plan for Selic Rate Cuts
Brazil saw a net outflow of $7.511 billion in dollars in the first week of September, threatening to fuel inflation and stall the rate-cutting cycle.
Brazil Federal Police Target Bolsonaro Ally Mario Frias Over Alleged Misuse of Public Funds for Political Film
Federal Deputy Mario Frias, a key ally of Jair Bolsonaro, is a target in a probe over diverting public funds to a pro-Bolsonaro biopic.
Correction: Our September 9, 2026 Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 1, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
Brazilian Business Leaders Demand Candidates Guarantee Continuity of Landmark Tax Reform
A group of nearly 100 top executives and economists warned presidential hopefuls against disrupting the new VAT implementation.
Brazil’s Federal Police Summon Central Bank Leaders, BTG Founder in Financial Fraud Probe
Current and former Central Bank Presidents summoned as witnesses in a widening regulatory capture investigation.
Brazil Poised to Capture Up to 40% of Temporary US Beef Import Quota
US opens a temporary, low-tariff 300,000-ton quota for lean beef trimmings, offering a massive opportunity to Brazilian meatpackers.
Correction: Our September 9, 2026 at 21:23 UTC Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 1, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
Correction: Our September 9, 2026 at 15:40 UTC Soybean Positioning Report
Correction: the CFTC figures cited in this article describe soybean meal futures, not soybeans, as of September 1, 2026. The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.
Brazilian BDR Holders Forced to Choose as Inter & Co. Consolidates Listing on NASDAQ
Fintech Inter & Co. is ending its B3-traded Level II BDR program, forcing Brazilian investors to select an option by October 16.