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Brazil Supreme Court Impeachment Push Gains Ground in New Senate
A growing conservative majority in Brazil's Senate is bringing the country closer to an unprecedented trial of STF ministers, threatening a constitutional crisis.
Over Half of Senate's Pro-Impeachment Bloc Face STF Investigations
A majority of Brazilian senators pushing to impeach Supreme Court justices are themselves targets of investigations by the same court, raising political risks.
Douglas Ruas Confirmed as Rio Governor After Court Nullifies Rival's Votes
A vote recount by Rio de Janeiro's electoral court hands immediate victory to conservative Douglas Ruas, canceling the scheduled runoff election.
Italian court sets late October date for Carla Zambelli trial
The Rome Court of Appeal rescheduled the extradition hearing of former Brazilian deputy Carla Zambelli for October 27, 2026, following a lawyers' strike.
Federal Police Probe Flávio Bolsonaro BRB Loan in Bank Master Scandal
Brazilian investigators probe a R$ 3.1 million state-bank loan granted to presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro, raising political risk before the runoff.
Banco Master Collapse: Inside Brazil's Historic Banking Fraud Scandal
The Central Bank of Brazil's liquidation of Banco Master exposes a BRL 55 billion fraud scheme, shaking the financial sector and implicating top politicians.
Flávio Bolsonaro Vows to 'Re-Democratise' Brazil, Sparking Alarm
Far-right presidential frontrunner Flávio Bolsonaro pledges to rewrite the constitution and overhaul the Supreme Court, raising concerns over institutional stability.
Brazil Supreme Court grants semi-open regime to 'lipstick vandal'
Justice Alexandre de Moraes authorized Débora Rodrigues dos Santos, who defaced a landmark statue during the Jan. 8 riots, to transition to a semi-open regime.
Brazil election: US consular halt and bank scandal rock final days
Two days before Brazil's presidential election, the US suspended consular services over security fears while the Banco Master scandal upends the race.
Brazil's 'fear index' hits historic high as tight race triggers hedging
The S&P/B3 Ibovespa VIX closed at a record 32.06 points as a deadlocked presidential race between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro spurs defensive market hedging.
Lula skips final TV Globo debate, leaving empty chair for rivals
President Lula's strategic decision to skip Brazil's final TV Globo debate leaves an empty chair and allows challenger Flávio Bolsonaro to dominate the stage.
Brazil Demands Probe Into Alleged Trump Funding of Far-Right Groups
Brazil’s Attorney General’s Office has requested a criminal probe into whether the U.S. State Department under Donald Trump funneled $1 million to groups targeting the Supreme Court.
Candidate Flávio Bolsonaro Files AIJE to Annul Lula’s 2026 Re-election Ticket Over Culture Ministry Abuse
Flávio Bolsonaro filed a high-stakes AIJE with the TSE seeking to annul President Lula’s re-election ticket over the alleged misuse of MinC resources.
Political Risk Closes Door on Cemig Privatization in Minas Gerais Gubernatorial Race
Political opposition from leading candidates and strong public sentiment have stalled the privatization of Brazil's Cemig, raising political risk for investors.
US Tech Firms Freeze Billions in Brazil Data Center Investment Pending Election Outcome
Hyperscale companies are holding back crucial AI infrastructure spending in Brazil, citing high political risk ahead of the country's October election.
Technical Tie and High Rejection Signal Intense Polarization in Brazil Presidential Race
A Datafolha poll released two weeks before the election shows President Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in a statistical tie, confirming high political risk.
Statistical Tie in Brazil Presidential Race Brings Back Political Risk Premium to the Real
The Brazilian Real weakened sharply after new polls showed incumbent President Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in a statistical tie, reintroducing a political risk premium to the currency.
Political Risk Skyrockets as Outsider Augusto Cury Enters Statistical Tie with Lula and Bolsonaro
A Datafolha poll showing best-selling author Augusto Cury in a statistical tie with President Lula introduces significant political uncertainty into Brazil's election.
Brazil’s Political Risk Spikes Long-Term Rates After Supreme Court Unseals Master Case
Long-term interest rates in Brazil jumped on Friday after the Supreme Federal Court unsealed documents in a massive political-financial fraud scandal.
Industry Body Demands Action as Brazil Supreme Court Justices Clash Over Federal Police Chief
The National Confederation of Industry intervened after two Supreme Court justices issued conflicting orders regarding the Federal Police Director-General.
Judicial War Escalates to Political Crisis as Mendonça Forces STF to Review Moraes-Vorcaro Allegations
Supreme Court Justice André Mendonça unseals a report concerning Justice Alexandre de Moraes, injecting volatility into the 2026 election.
Brazil real estate investors mature but grow wary of political risk
A joint study by Brain, Clube FII, and Tree shows seasoned retail investors now dominate Brazil's real estate funds, but political anxiety is rising.
Tightening Brazil Election Race Pushes Brazilian Real Stronger Against the Dollar
The Brazilian Real appreciated significantly as the presidential race between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro narrows, reducing political risk premium.
Brazil Prosecutor General Seeks to Annul Probe That Implicated Top Supreme Court Justice
The head of Brazil’s public ministry, Paulo Gonet, is challenging the legality of an investigation that exposed contacts between a jailed banker and a top STF Justice.
Brazil’s Country Risk Hits Lowest Level of Lula Term, Challenging Political Uncertainty Narrative
Brazil’s 5-year Credit Default Swap, a key measure of sovereign risk, fell to its lowest point since February 2020.
STF President Fachin Intervenes to Isolate Crisis Between Justices Moraes and Mendonça
Brazil’s Supreme Court President separated an investigation request to de-escalate an unprecedented public conflict between two key justices.
Political Risk Hits Brazil: Foreign Investors Pull R$18 Billion Amid Election Volatility
Foreign investors withdrew R$18.11 billion from Brazil’s B3 stock exchange in August, pricing in political uncertainty ahead of the 2026 election.
Political Risk Premium Drives Record Foreign Capital Outflow from Brazil’s Stock Market
Foreign investors pulled billions from the B3 ahead of the October 2026 election, raising Brazil's political risk premium.
Federal Police Probe Into Lula’s Son Raises Political Risk Ahead of Brazilian Election
Brazil's Federal Police is investigating President Lula's son, Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, for alleged influence peddling.
US Sanctions Threat Against Moraes Escalates Brazil Election Risk
The Trump administration is reportedly considering reimposing sanctions on Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, introducing new geopolitical friction.