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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.
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.
Global Fintech Revolut Hires Former Economy Minister Paulo Guedes to Advise on Brazil Banking License Bid
Fintech giant Revolut has appointed former Brazilian Economy Minister Paulo Guedes to its new advisory board, a strategic move aimed at securing a full banking license and intensifying competition with local digital banks.
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.
Water Crisis and Local Conflict Threaten Planned 1-Gigawatt AI Data Center in Brazil
Atlas Renewable Energy's planned $6.8 billion, 1GW data center in Paracatu, Minas Gerais, faces opposition over water scarcity and a lack of local consultation.
Zero Rain in Key Brazilian Soy Hubs Threats 2026/27 Planting Season
A seven-day dry spell in Sorriso, Mato Grosso, and Luís Eduardo Magalhães, Bahia, is raising concerns about delayed planting and crop stress for the critical 2026/27 Brazilian soybean harvest.
Sigma Lithium Stock Falls 4.5% as Brazilian Legal Fight Over Permits Continues
Sigma Lithium shares fell today as investors continued to digest a Brazilian court order suspending the environmental permits for its key lithium mine in Minas Gerais.
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.
Brazil's Congress Eliminates Federal Import Tax on $50 E-Commerce Orders
The zeroing of the 20% Imposto de Importação on low-cost international purchases moves to President Lula for sanction, a move popular with consumers but opposed by domestic industry.
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.
Analyst Downgrades Pressure Patria Investments Stock, a Rare Direct Brazilian Link for US Retail Traders
Brazilian alternative asset manager Patria Investments falls after major banks cut its stock rating over valuation concerns.
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.
Brazil Government Claims Windfall Oil Revenue Secures Fiscal Space for Fuel Tax Cuts
Lula’s administration cuts federal PIS/Cofins fuel taxes and boosts diesel subsidies, assuring investors the cost is offset by oil export revenues.
Brazil Approves National Rare Earths Policy, But New State Oversight Adds Investor Uncertainty
Brazil's Congress passed a major new policy for critical minerals, offering R$7 billion in incentives while creating a council to scrutinize foreign deals.
Federal Police Raid Bolsonaro Ally Mário Frias in Probe Over ‘Dark Horse’ Film Financing
Brazil's Federal Police targeted Deputy Mário Frias and others in 'Operação Make Up' investigating the alleged misuse of public funds for a Bolsonaro film.
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.
Brazil’s Fiscal Reckoning: Post-Election Adjustment Looms as Debt Debate is Deferred
A painful fiscal correction is inevitable for the next Brazilian president, driving up the country's risk premium as the debate is shelved until after the October election.
Lula Sanctions Law to Permanently End Brazil's 20% 'Little Blouse Tax' on E-Commerce Imports
President Lula makes the zero federal import tax on e-commerce parcels up to $50 permanent, benefiting millions of Brazilian consumers.
Atypical Rain in Brazil's Center-South Halts Sugarcane Harvest, Spiking Ethanol Prices
Unexpected heavy rain in Brazil's main sugarcane region caused a short-term operational bottleneck, driving hydrous and anhydrous ethanol prices up significantly despite high stocks.
Circle’s $400 Million Tazapay Buy Bolsters USDC Infrastructure Play in Brazil’s Digital Economy
The acquisition of Singapore-based payments firm Tazapay will accelerate Circle's strategy to make USDC the core rail for cross-border commerce, leveraging existing partnerships with Nubank and BTG Pactual in Brazil.
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 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.
Nubank Commits R$45 Billion to Brazilian Operations, Doubling Down on AI-Driven Credit and Growth
US-listed fintech Nu Holdings will invest R$45 billion in Brazil in 2026, focusing on AI and credit growth for its massive customer base.
Lula’s Energy Minister Cited in Failed Plea Deal Over R$20 Million Campaign Fund Allegation
A key minister in the Lula administration, Alexandre Silveira, was cited in a rejected plea deal by ex-Banco Master owner Daniel Vorcaro for R$20 million in illegal funds.
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.
Foreign Direct Investment in Brazil Hits Record Highs as Global Tech Titans Commit Billions to AI and Cloud Infrastructure
Brazil's $77.6 billion FDI in 2025, driven by major tech investments, signals long-term international confidence.
Sigma Lithium Stock Rebounds 6% as Brazilian Court Ruling on Mining Permits Remains Unofficial
Brazil’s Sigma Lithium (SGML) shares jump as the company assures investors its key mine remains operational despite reports of a judicial suspension.
Lula Bypasses Fiscal Rule with R$6.6 Billion Fuel Subsidy, Renewing Brazil Fiscal Concern
President Lula authorized a massive R$6.6 billion extraordinary credit for fuel subsidies, raising concerns about the new fiscal framework.
Ex-Army Commander Confirms Bolsonaro Proposed Coup Post-2022 Election
Former military chiefs' testimony confirms Jair Bolsonaro presented a decree to reverse the 2022 Brazil election results.