Embraer Backlog +7%; Petrobras & Habib's News
Embraer's Q2 backlog hits US$34.5 bn (+7%), Petrobras names interim sustainability director, Habib's secures 60-day debt freeze and Concebra gets
Business
EU Bans Brazilian Meat from September 3
The EU will ban Brazilian meat exports from September 3 over antimicrobial rules. Lula called EU leaders who said they knew nothing about the decision.
Retiree's Orchid Nursery to Hit R$ 70k This Year
How a retired Brazilian civil servant built a 20,000-orchid nursery in Brasília projecting R$ 70,000 in revenue and what it means for seniors.
Brazil 2026: What Each Elected Office Can Do for Business
Brazil's 2026 elections reshape Congress. Learn which chamber controls taxes, permits, labor—and how to hold candidates accountable.
Brazil Delays CBS Taxpayer CNPJ Deadline to 2027
Brazil delays mandatory CNPJ registration and fiscal document rules for individual CBS taxpayers to January 1, 2027, expanding Tax Reform adaptation.
Brazil CNPJ Goes Alphanumeric: July 25 Outage
Brazil's Receita Federal shuts down the CNPJ system on July 25, 2026 (7 a.m.–7 p.m.) to launch the new alphanumeric CNPJ. Plan your filings in advance.
Tax Reform Spurs Property Donations in Brazil
Brazil's Tax Reform is driving a 59% surge in property donations. Learn how new ITCMD rates (up to 8%) and market-value rules affect your assets.
Black Women Entrepreneurs: Brazil's Formalization Gap
45.6% of Black women entrepreneurs in Brazil have formal businesses vs 60.3% of white women, revealing a racial gap in credit and formalization.
Brazil Bans Foie Gras, Angering France
Brazil banned foie gras production and sales on July 24 after Lula signed the law. Learn how foie gras is made and why France is pushing back.
Brazil Rejects US 12.5% Tariff as Unjust
Brazil's minister slams the new US 12.5% tariff as undue. Footwear, machinery and chemicals face a combined 37.5% rate. Brazil weighs retaliation but
US Tariff of 37.5% Hits 4,000 Brazilian Products
The US hit nearly 4,000 Brazilian products with a 37.5% tariff, covering $12.4bn in exports. CNI calls for urgent negotiations to reduce impact.