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STF Minister Mendonça to Retain Lulinha Inquiries, Escalating Judicial Risk for Lula
Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça is expected to keep corruption probes against President Lula’s son, Fábio Luís, at the STF.
Lula’s Son Investigation Faces Jurisdiction Battle Between PGR and Brazil’s Supreme Court
Brazil’s top prosecutor seeks to move the influence-peddling probe into Fábio Luís Lula da Silva out of the STF.
Dry August in Global Soybean Capital Sorriso-MT Raises Red Flag for Brazil’s Next Crop
A seven-day dry spell across three major Brazilian farm hubs, including Sorriso-MT, signals poor soil moisture for the critical September planting window.
Fiscal Credibility Cracks as Brazil’s Deficit Worsens Amid Pre-Election Spending Exemptions
Brazil's projected 2026 primary deficit worsened to R$59.1 billion as Congress and the Executive approve new spending outside the fiscal rule's cap.
Brazil’s ‘Sin Tax’ Rate Proposal Postponed to Avoid Political Backlash Before October Election
The government has delayed sending the final rates for its new Selective Tax to Congress, disrupting planning for consumer and commodity sectors.
Brazil’s Crypto Boom: 29 Million Brazilians Now Own Digital Assets, Outnumbering Stock Investors 2-to-1
A Datafolha/Paradigma survey shows 29 million Brazilians invest in crypto, shifting finance from elite pursuit to a popular, mass-market adoption.
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’s Son, Bolsonaro’s Sons Under Federal Police Investigation in Dual Corruption Probes
Federal Police are investigating Fábio Luís Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, escalating political risk ahead of the election.
StoneX Forecasts Record Brazil Diesel Demand, Bolstering Soybean Processing Sector
Brazil's total Diesel B consumption is projected to hit a record 71.4 million m³ in 2027, driven by agricultural growth and a mandatory biodiesel blending policy.
Brazil Conglomerate Cosan Moves to Delist ADRs from NYSE in Bid to Simplify Complex Structure
Brazilian conglomerate Cosan is voluntarily delisting its ADRs from the NYSE, effective September 18, 2026, to simplify its capital structure.
Speculators Bet Big on Higher Soybean Prices, Signaling Revenue Boost for Brazil’s Giant Export Sector
Large futures traders hold a net-long position on soybean, suggesting continued optimism for global prices, a direct win for Brazil's agriculture.
Braskem Idesa Files Pre-Packaged Chapter 11, Forcing $476 Million Cash Call on Stressed Brazilian Parent
Brazilian petrochemical giant Braskem must inject $476M into its Mexican unit, Braskem Idesa, which filed for Chapter 11 to cut $920M in debt.
UK Court Rejects STF Nullification, Upholds Freeze on Ex-Petrobras Executive’s Assets
A London Crown Court allowed the SFO to use Lava Jato evidence, directly challenging an STF ruling that had nullified its use in Brazil.
Election Risk Prompts Hedge Funds to Unwind Profitable Brazilian Real Carry Trade
Global asset managers are cutting exposure to the Brazilian Real and local bonds as political uncertainty heightens ahead of the 2026 election.
Brazil’s Electoral Court Orders Lula Campaign to Remove Videos Over Illegal Early Solicitation of Votes
Superior Electoral Court Minister André Mendonça ruled that President Lula's explicit vote requests violated campaign rules.
Brazil Supreme Court Blocks Municipalities From Using Property Size to Set Higher Tax Rate
STF ruling on Theme 1.455 restricts Brazilian cities from charging higher IPTU based solely on the physical area of the property.
Brazilian Real Slides on Fiscal and Election Fears, Central Bank Intervenes to Steady Currency
Brazil's currency weakened past R$5.20 against the dollar as investors pull back due to pre-election fiscal uncertainty, prompting Central Bank intervention.
Tight Poll Confirms High Political Uncertainty as Brazil’s General Election Campaign Begins
The official campaign start for the 2026 Brazilian General Election reveals a high-stakes, technically tied race between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro.
Federal Police Intercept Messages Linking Lula’s Son, Lulinha, to Lobbyist and 'Switzerland'
Brazil's Federal Police intercepted messages between President Lula’s son, Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, and a lobbyist in a new traffic of influence inquiry.
STF Justice Dino Removes Maranhão Audit Court President Amid Homicide, Corruption Probe
Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Flávio Dino ordered the 180-day removal of the Maranhão State Audit Court President, the Governor's nephew, over a corruption-linked homicide investigation.
Lula’s Son Linked to Intercepted Text Mentioning ‘Switzerland’ as Police Probe Influence Peddling
Federal Police expand probe into Fábio Luís Lula da Silva after finding a text suggesting an illicit future.
Dry Spell in Brazil’s Main Soybean Belt Puts Crucial Planting Season at Risk
Major agricultural centers in Mato Grosso, Goiás, and Bahia report zero rainfall, threatening soil moisture ahead of the critical September planting window.
Brazil’s Soaring Debt Forces Fiscal Reckoning for Next President in 2027 Budget Debate
Brazil's rising public debt, projected to reach 81.9% of GDP, creates an explosive political choice for the next president.
Brazilian Retail Giant Casas Bahia Files for Judicial Recovery Amid R$17.3 Billion Debt Crisis
The iconic Brazilian retailer, Casas Bahia, filed for bankruptcy protection after a R$10.1 billion loss, signaling deepening strain in the consumer economy.
CADE Clears OceanPact-CBO Merger, Creating Brazil’s Second-Largest Offshore Marine Services Giant
Brazil's antitrust regulator approved the OceanPact and CBO merger, forming a 73-vessel company poised to capture larger oil and gas contracts.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Authorizes Influence-Peddling Probe into President Lula’s Eldest Son
Federal Police will investigate Fábio Luís Lula da Silva for alleged influence-peddling and corruption, a political risk for the president.
New Tax Rules Threaten Core Economics of Brazil’s $60 Billion Real Estate Fund Market
Brazil's new consumption tax (IBS/CBS) and regulatory changes are putting pressure on the Real Estate Fund (FII) market's core tax benefits.
Brazil’s Federal Police Block R$30 Million in Crypto Accounts in Money Laundering Bust
Federal Police in Rondônia used Operation Ouroboros to block R$30M in crypto assets and bank accounts used by an electronic fraud ring.
Global Stablecoin Platform Yellow Card Enters Brazil with $40 Million Backing Amid Regulatory Tightening
Stablecoin infrastructure provider Yellow Card is expanding into Brazil, backed by a $40M round, to offer B2B cross-border payments.