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Brazil's Senate vote may matter more than the presidential race: Bolsonaro's PL won 19 of 54 seats
Voters filled 54 of the Senate's 81 seats on Sunday. Only the Senate can try Supreme Court justices, and the parties that gained ground are the ones that have pushed for it. What the numbers say, and what they do not.
Speculators hold heavy net-long soybean bets as Brazil planting begins
CFTC data shows non-commercial traders held a substantial net-long position of 256,872 contracts, highlighting market sentiment as South American crops go in.
Brazil Fertilizer Deliveries Plunge 22% as Geopolitical Risks Rise
A sharp drop in fertilizer deliveries and domestic production threatens Brazil's upcoming 2026/27 grain crops, risking global soy and corn supply disruptions.
Brazil shuts down online betting, leaving $240 million in limbo
Millions of Brazilian players face a hard deadline to withdraw funds as President Lula's emergency decree bans online gambling and sports betting nationwide.
Brazil's Patria Investments surges as direct play for US investors
Alternative asset manager Patria Investments (PAX) jumped nearly 9% on Monday, offering US retail investors a rare direct equity route into Brazil.
Sigma Lithium rebounds after environmental and safety halts in Brazil
Shares of Sigma Lithium surged over 9% as the company navigates a complex web of environmental lawsuits and geotechnical mining bans in Minas Gerais.
Brazil Lula Campaign Pivots to Fear Strategy Amid Runoff Crisis
Following an unexpected first-round defeat to Flávio Bolsonaro, President Lula's campaign faces internal division and plans a strategy shift to target moderate voters.
Ultrapar eyes 2031 growth with disciplined 'patient capital'
Brazilian industrial giant Ultrapar targets strict leverage limits and vows to boost dividends if infrastructure and energy acquisitions fail to meet return goals.
Conservative Surge Secures PL Largest Senate Bloc, Pressuring STF
Brazil's right-wing Liberal Party secures 28 Senate seats in the 2026 elections, creating a hostile environment for President Lula and the Supreme Court.
US soybean speculative bets reveal shifting global market dynamics
The latest CFTC report shows net-long soybean positions as of September 29, 2026, highlighting the global supply-and-demand tension felt by Brazilian farmers.
Why Brazil’s Inter & Co Is Gaining Ground on the Nasdaq
Digital banking platform Inter & Co (INTR) rose 3.4% to $5.48, highlighting its unique position as a direct US-listed stock for international investors.
What Brazil's agricultural sector demands from the next president
As Brazil heads to the polls, its powerful agribusiness sector is demanding robust climate insurance, debt relief, and stable credit to counter soaring interest rates and extreme weather.
Right-Wing Luciano Zucco Elected Governor of Rio Grande do Sul
Conservative Federal Deputy Luciano Zucco secures a first-round victory in Rio Grande do Sul, dealing a blow to President Lula's left-wing coalition.
Soybean speculative bets surge as global buyers watch Brazil weather
Speculators build a heavy net-long position in Chicago soybean futures, highlighting market anxiety over early-season planting delays in Brazil.
Dry spell in Brazil's soybean belt raises crop-stress risk
A severe lack of rainfall in Bahia's agricultural hub of Luís Eduardo Magalhães is threatening the early stages of Brazil's crucial soybean planting season.
Brazil soybean planting starts fast as paper market bets on supply
Brazilian farmers are seeding a projected 49 million hectares of soybeans at a record-setting pace, even as financial traders heavily back long positions.
Brazil Votes: How Lula, Flávio Bolsonaro, and Zema Plan to Reshape the Economy
As Brazil votes in its presidential election, candidates Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Flávio Bolsonaro, and Romeu Zema offer competing visions for the country's economic future.
Brazil soybean planting begins as global traders bet on crop prices
Brazilian farmers are starting their high-stakes soybean planting season as international commodity markets show heavy speculative activity amid volatile weather.
Embraer's Record Q3 Deliveries Split Global and Local Analysts
Brazilian planemaker Embraer posted its best-ever third-quarter deliveries, but missing aggressive bank targets highlights lingering supply chain bottlenecks.
Lula, Flávio Bolsonaro, Zema: What 2026 platforms mean for fiscal rules
Brazil's top presidential candidates propose starkly contrasting economic plans, ranging from maintaining current spending rules to aggressive overhauls.
Unsold infrastructure bonds spark liquidity squeeze in Brazil
A supply overhang of tax-exempt infrastructure debentures on bank balance sheets is driving risk premiums to multi-year highs, raising borrowing costs.
STF President Fachin Demands Full Police Files on Caso Master Scandal
Supreme Court President Edson Fachin has demanded unredacted files from the Federal Police regarding ministers implicated in the Banco Master probe.
Zema plans rapid Flávio Bolsonaro endorsement to spark anti-PT front
Former Minas Gerais Governor Romeu Zema is set to back Flávio Bolsonaro immediately after the first-round vote, aiming to trigger a broader right-wing coalition.
Embraer Hits Q3 Delivery Record But Divides Major Investment Banks
Brazil's Embraer delivered 66 aircraft in Q3 2026, marking a period record but sparking a debate between JP Morgan and Santander over production pace.
Sigma Lithium stock rebounds as direct US listing bypasses ADR hurdles
Sigma Lithium shares jumped over 9% on Nasdaq, offering US investors direct exposure to Brazil's green energy sector without typical ADR complexities.
Dry spell in Bahia soybean belt raises early planting risks
A dry stretch in Luís Eduardo Magalhães, a key hub in Bahia, leaves soils parched just as Brazil's critical soybean planting season gets underway.
Brazil Infrastructure Debt Market Shaken by Sharp Bond Correction
A supply-demand mismatch in tax-exempt infrastructure debentures has triggered massive fund redemptions and pushed risk premiums to their highest levels since 2024.
EU rules out quick return for Brazilian beef over tracking cycle
European diplomats dash hopes of a swift transition period for Brazilian beef exports, citing a strict two-year lifecycle tracking rule for antimicrobials.
Brazil's Embraer Hits Record Q3 Deliveries but Misses Analyst Estimates
Embraer delivered a record 66 aircraft in Q3 2026, but the landmark performance fell short of high analyst expectations in key commercial and executive segments.
Brazil Embraer Posts Record Q3 Deliveries but Leaves Analysts Divided
Embraer delivered a record 66 aircraft in Q3 2026, up 6% year-over-year, but mixed segment performance keeps Wall Street divided on full-year targets.