Smart Fit Buys 60% of Evolve Gyms in Brazil
Smart Fit acquires 60% of Evolve gym chain in Brazil's Federal District for up to R$ 99.7 million, boosting its presence in the Centro-Oeste region.
Business
From Near-Bankruptcy to R$ 1.9 M: One Agency's Comeback
How a Recife entrepreneur rebuilt his digital agency Unu Digital to R$ 1.9 million revenue by returning to core marketing services.
Brazil Startups Cash In on AI Search Ranking
Brazilian startups pioneer GEO services to get brands cited by ChatGPT and Gemini. Market projected to grow from $848 million to $19.8 billion by 2034.
Ecosmetics: from backyard to R$200M franchise
Ecosmetics grew from a Bahia startup to a R$ 200M brand in 74 countries. It's launching franchises — 220 units in 7 months, targeting 1,000 by 2028.
Brazil Innovation Ranking 2026: CNH Tops the List
Brazil's top 270 innovative companies invested R$ 82 billion in 2025, up 17%. CNH leads the 2026 ranking ahead of Embraer and Natura.
Bosch Brazil: 4th Most Innovative, Leads Global Agri-Tech
Bosch Brazil ranked 4th in Valor Inovação 2026, leading smart-ag R&D with R$200m investment in precision spraying and diesel-ethanol retrofit tech.
CBS & IBS Now Required on Brazil Tax Invoices
From 3 August, Brazil requires CBS and IBS tax fields on NF-e and NFC-e invoices, with full rollout through January 2027.
Folklore T-shirts earn R$ 55k a month in Brazil
How Inverso earns R$ 55,000 a month selling Brazilian folklore T-shirts — the story of founder Filipe Moreira and his pre-sale business model.
Brazil café franchises: start from R$ 65,000
Nine Brazilian café franchises are open for investment from R$ 65,000. Learn which networks to consider and what experts say you must check before signing.
EU Bans Brazil Beef and Chicken from Sept 3
EU bans Brazilian beef, chicken and honey from September 2025 over antimicrobial controls. Recovery could take two years, with losses over $500 million.
Brazil Salary Deadline: August 2026 Guide
August 2026 salary deadline in Brazil is Thursday, 6 August. Learn how the CLT five-business-day rule works and what happens if payment is late.
Randoncorp buyout offer & CADE clears Azul deal
Randoncorp's controlling shareholder proposes a minority share buyout, while Brazil's CADE approves a new investment deal with Azul Airlines.
Ponte Preta Audit Ordered, SAF Path Stays Clear
Campinas court orders forensic audit of Ponte Preta's membership database over election irregularities, but leaves SAF conversion unblocked.
Brazil's Top Innovators Honored at 2026 Award
Brazil's 12th Valor Inovação Brasil Award honored top innovators across 26 sectors. Among the top 20, investment in innovation surged from 45% to 80%
Brazil E-Invoice: CBS and IBS Now Mandatory
From 3 Aug 2026, Brazil requires CBS and IBS fields in e-invoices for standard-regime companies. Non-compliant documents are auto-rejected.
Lula's Campaign Alarmed by Business Resistance
Lula's 2026 campaign faces business rejection. Finance Minister Dario Durigan named sole economic spokesperson to calm markets ahead of October vote.
Brazil Won't Reject Invoices Missing CBS/IBS Fields
Brazil's tax authority won't reject invoices missing CBS and IBS fields from August 3. Learn what this rule change means for 2026 tax reform.
Brazil Injects R$ 2.75 Billion into Pronampe Funds
Brazil injects R$ 2.75 billion into FGI and FGO guarantee funds to expand Pronampe credit for small businesses and extends Novo Desenrola Brasil to Aug 31.
Brazil Issues First Alphanumeric CNPJ
Brazil's Receita Federal issued the first alphanumeric CNPJ, expanding business registration. Gradual rollout in 2026. What it means for your company.
7 of Brazil's Top Pesticides Are EU-Banned
7 of Brazil's top 10 pesticides are banned in the EU. Learn which substances are involved and why researchers call this practice chemical colonialism.