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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.
Brazilian Court Suspends New Glyphosate Registrations, Citing Government’s Missed Deadline
A Brasília labor court temporarily halted new registrations of the glyphosate herbicide, signaling increased regulatory uncertainty for Brazil’s key agribusiness sector.
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 The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.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 The original soybean-market conclusions have been withdrawn.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 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.
Sanepar Sues Regulator to Retain Share of R$4 Billion Court Win; CEO Rules Out Privatization
Paraná state utility Sanepar is suing to keep part of a R$4 billion court-ordered payment after its regulator ruled the entire sum must go to consumer tariff relief.
Record Speculative Bet on Soy Futures Signals Strong Prices for Brazil Agribusiness
Hedge funds are holding a near-record net-long position in soybean futures, signaling strong prices and export revenue for Brazil's massive agro sector.
Brazil’s ‘King of Soy’ Warns Political Confrontation with China is a ‘Great Danger’ to Agribusiness
Blairo Maggi, Brazil's powerful former Agriculture Minister, cautions that political disputes risk the nation's key trade relationship with Beijing.
Fitch Upgrades Brazilian Aircraft Giant Embraer Further Into Investment Grade
Fitch raises Embraer's rating to 'BBB' with a Stable Outlook, citing its record $34.5 billion order backlog.
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.
Brazil Schedules Brasília Airport Re-Tender for December, Bundling 10 Regional Hubs in Investment Push
Brazil's government sets Dec. 17 auction for the Brasília Airport concession, requiring R$1.2bn investment and 10 regional hubs.
Lula Demands Judicial Transparency as $2.5 Billion Energy Auction and Amazon Oil Drilling Advance in Brazil
Lula demands judicial reform amid scandal; government pushes $2.5B energy auction and Amazon oil drilling; Nubank invests $8.2B.
Lula’s R$7 Billion Fuel Tax Cut Stokes Fiscal Risk Ahead of Brazil Presidential Election
Brazil's President Lula approved a massive fuel tax cut and subsidy program, costing R$7 billion monthly, which heightens fiscal risks.
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.
Brazil Environmental Regulator Approves More Drilling for Petrobras in Key Amazon Frontier
Brazil's environmental agency authorized three contingent wells for Petrobras in the Foz do Amazonas basin, unlocking billions in potential value.
Lula Ramps Up Fuel Subsidy Amid $100 Oil and Election Pressure, Raising Fiscal Alert
Brazil's President Lula signs decree cutting R$0.63/liter federal tax on gasoline weeks before election, sparking deficit fears.
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.
Political and Environmental Risks Loom Over $15.9 Billion Petrobras Asset in Foz do Amazonas
Scotiabank estimates that exploration in the environmentally sensitive Foz do Amazonas basin is critical to 14% of Petrobras’s value.
Brazil Opens $1.3 Billion Fuel Subsidy to Shield Consumers from Global Oil Shock
President Lula signs Provisional Measure for R$6.6 billion in subsidies to stabilize diesel prices and fight inflation.
Correction: Our September 9, 2026 at 13:31 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 Bill Advances Social Security for Gig Workers, Shields Platforms from Employment Ties
A bill in the Brazilian Congress proposes a low-cost private pension scheme for gig workers, sidestepping the controversial issue of formal employment.
$100 Oil Price Forces Brazil’s Political Price Choice at Petrobras
Brent crude above $100 creates an unmanageable fuel price gap, forcing Brazil to choose between inflation and state intervention.
Brazil Tax Overhaul to Slash Reinsurers’ Tax Burden, Freeing Deferred Tax Assets
A bill approved by the Brazilian Senate will cut the corporate tax rate for local reinsurers from roughly 40% to 24%, boosting profitability.
Bolsonaro-Ally Tarcísio Leads Lula’s Haddad in São Paulo Governor’s Race, Political Proxy Battle Heats Up
Latest Quaest poll shows incumbent Tarcísio de Freitas maintaining a significant lead over Fernando Haddad in Brazil's most critical state.
Broad Legal Coalition Demands STF Reform, Citing Corruption and Undermined Public Trust
A manifesto by OAB-SP and 25 entities calls for judicial reform in Brazil, including term limits for Supreme Court Justices.
Correction: Our September 8, 2026 at 15:27 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.
$15 Billion Transnordestina Railway Project Accelerates, Poised to Reshape Brazil’s Northeast Logistics
Long-delayed Transnordestina Railway is now over 80% complete, promising massive freight cost cuts for agro-exports by 2027.
China Auto Imports Surge in Brazil Ahead of EV Tariff Hike, Pressuring Local Industry
Chinese automakers captured over 50% of Brazil's auto import market through August, racing to beat a July EV tax increase.
Brazil’s Transnordestina Railway Nears Finish Line After 20 Years, Promising to Revolutionize Northeast Logistics
Brazil’s long-delayed R$15 billion Transnordestina railway is nearing completion, set to unlock cheaper export routes for agribusiness and mining.
Tightening Brazil Election Race Lifts Real as Markets Price In Bolsonaro Fiscal Restraint
The Brazilian Real has strengthened to a three-week high against the dollar after polls showed President Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro locked in a technical tie.