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Brazil's Election Divide Crystallizes Over Fiscal Rules, Lula Rejects PIX Privatization
The Brazilian presidential election battle centers on opposing fiscal visions as Lula pushes spending rules and rejects privatization of the successful PIX payment system.
Zero Bids for R$8.5 Billion Rondônia Sanitation Concession Stall Brazil’s Universalization Goal
An auction for a 35-year, R$8.5 billion sanitation concession in Rondônia received no bids, highlighting the difficulty of privatization in Brazil's North.
São Paulo Governor Commits Privatized Sabesp to R$70 Billion Universal Sanitation Goal by 2029
São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas announced a R$70 billion investment plan to universalize basic sanitation services in 371 municipalities by 2029.
Lula Rejects Privatization of PIX, Doubling Down on State Control of Brazil’s Digital Finance
President Lula used his address at the UN General Assembly to declare that Brazil will not privatize the PIX instant payment system, eliminating a major opportunity for private finance.
Bolsonaro Campaign Denies Plan to Privatize Brazil’s State-Owned Caixa Econômica Federal
Daniella Marques, economic coordinator for candidate Flávio Bolsonaro, denied the campaign plans to privatize the state bank Caixa.
Fernando Haddad Threatens Reversal of São Paulo Privatizations, Eyes Sabesp Review
Gubernatorial candidate Fernando Haddad has promised a thorough review of privatized contracts and concessions in São Paulo, threatening the potential re-nationalization of sanitation company Sabesp.
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.
Bolsonaro Economic Team Names Banco do Brasil as Key Privatization Target
Daniella Marques, a top economic advisor to presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro, cited Banco do Brasil as a potential privatization target.
Brazil Presidential Challenger Romeu Zema Proposes Full Privatization and BRICS Exit in Election Plan
Presidential candidate Romeu Zema has proposed the full privatization of federal state-owned firms, including Petrobras and Banco do Brasil, and a foreign policy pivot away from BRICS toward the OECD.
Brazil Election's Stark Choice: Privatization Versus State Control of National Assets
With a month until the first-round vote, Brazil's presidential election presents a sharp divergence on the future ownership of state-controlled firms and the direction of fiscal policy.
São Paulo Gubernatorial Candidate Fernando Haddad Threatens Review of Sabesp Privatization, Infrastructure Contracts
PT candidate Fernando Haddad has vowed to review and potentially void the privatization of the state sanitation company Sabesp and CPTM train concessions if elected governor of Brazil's largest state.
Brazil’s Correios Seeks R$7 Billion State-Guaranteed Loan After R$5.55 Billion Loss
Brazil’s heavily indebted state-owned postal service, Correios, formally requested a R$7 billion loan guaranteed by the Federal Government to cover massive losses.
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.
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 Reiterates 'Dream' of Reversing Eletrobras Privatization, Setting 2026 Election Risk
Former President Lula has reignited political risk for investors in Brazil's largest utility, Eletrobras, by calling its 2022 privatization the 'biggest theft' and vowing to return it to state control.
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.
Presidential Candidate Augusto Cury Puts Privatization of Brazil’s Deficit-Ridden Post Office Back on the Table
Presidential candidate Augusto Cury has revived the push to privatize Correios after the Brazilian Post Office reported a massive R$8.5 billion loss.
Brazil Election Policy Divide Puts Petrobras, State-Owned Giants on Sale Block
A stark contrast between President Lula’s state-led model and the opposition’s radical privatization plans dominates the 2026 Brazil election.
Proposed Brazil Bill Seeks Permanent Ban on Privatization of Public IT Companies
A new bill in Brazil's Congress aims to block the sale of state-controlled IT firms, framing data services as an issue of national security.
Romeu Zema Offers Pro-Market Alternative in Fragmented Brazil Election with Aggressive Privatization Push
Romeu Zema's presidential bid, backed by the Novo Party, is distinguished by its aggressive plan to privatize federal giants like Petrobras and Banco do Brasil.
Brazil’s Central Bank Pressures State-Owned BRB Bank Over R$ 6.6 Billion Fraud Loss
Central Bank demands capital action from BRB after a massive fraud, while the political liability risks liquidation or privatization.
Massive R$5.4 Billion Loss Revives Privatization Debate for Brazil’s Postal Service Correios
Preliminary figures show Brazil's state-owned Correios lost R$5.4 billion in H1 2026, driven by new e-commerce tax policy.
Brazil Postal Giant Correios Posts R$ 5.4 Billion H1 Loss
Brazil's state-owned postal service Correios posted a R$ 5.4 billion loss in the first half of 2026, reigniting debate over privatization and fiscal reform.
Presidential Candidate Zema Puts Brazil’s Full Privatization on the Table, Targeting Petrobras, Federal Banks
Former Minas Gerais Governor Romeu Zema proposes the full privatization of all federal state-owned companies, including Petrobras and the major federal banks, as a central pillar of his presidential campaign.
Brazil Candidate's Amnesty Pledge Signals Heightened Political Risk
Presidential candidate Ronaldo Caiado's promise of a broad amnesty for January 8 rioters introduces major institutional risk ahead of Brazil's 2026 election.
Brazil Presidential Contender Caiado Vows Day-One Amnesty and Hard Fiscal Overhaul
PSD candidate Ronaldo Caiado promised an amnesty bill for Jan 8 convicts alongside pro-market reforms including fiscal adjustment and privatizations.
Eletrobras (ELET3) Approves R$2 Billion Share Redemption to Finalize Novo Mercado Governance Migration
Brazil's utility giant Eletrobras is spending R$2 billion to redeem preferred shares, finalizing its migration to the B3 Novo Mercado segment.
Sabesp-EMAE Merger Vote Proceeds July 30 Despite Legal Challenge, Confirming Post-Privatization Momentum
Sabesp and EMAE confirmed their EGMs will proceed on July 30 to vote on the merger, pushing back on a minority shareholder's legal challenge.