Brazil Grain Harvest 2025/26: 360.8 Million Tonnes
Brazil's 2025/26 grain harvest projected at 360.8 million tonnes, up 2.4%. Soy leads at 180.5 Mt; wheat drops 26.2%. Full Conab breakdown inside.
Economy
Fed's Barkin: Rate Hike to Curb Inflation Remains
Fed's Richmond president Barkin says rate hikes to meet the 2% inflation target remain uncertain, warning that inflation may be more entrenched than
Brazil State Deficit: Risks for Investors
Losses at Brazil's state-owned companies pressure public debt and interest rates, raising risks for investors and economic growth. Learn more.
Ibovespa Climbs on Services Data as Oil Falls
Ibovespa rose on Aug 12, 2026 after strong Brazil services data, despite falling oil prices. The dollar gained against the real on Fed policy signals.
Brazil Food Prices: IPCA Results for July
Brazil's food group decelerated 0.67% in July in the IPCA index. See which foods got more expensive and which got cheaper this month.
Ibovespa Falls on Copom Minutes and July IPCA
Ibovespa dropped after Copom minutes flagged a need for firm monetary policy action. July IPCA inflation hit 0.07% and the dollar slipped vs the real.
Lula's Plan Targets Amendments, Keeps Fiscal Rules
Lula's government plan targets R$50bn in parliamentary amendments, maintains fiscal framework and revives social security coverage for gig workers.
AI Circular Financing: Is a New Bubble Forming?
Nvidia may back OpenAI with $250 billion as AI giants embrace circular financing — investing in and buying from each other. Analysts weigh the bubble risk.
Investors 60+ on B3 Grew 358% in Ten Years
Investors aged 60+ on Brazil's B3 stock exchange grew 358% in ten years. Learn what's driving seniors to markets and what it means for Brazil.
Embraer: How the Investment Thesis Changed
How did Embraer's investment thesis change over 10 years? Discover the disruptions, market shifts and what analysts say about the stock today.
Via Araucária raises R$ 1 bn in debentures
Via Araucária launches R$ 1 billion debenture for professional investors. Itaú BBA leads; CVM automatic registration granted 7 August 2026.
Lula's 2026 Plan: Fiscal Rules and Lower Rates
Lula's 2026 re-election plan promises to keep Brazil's fiscal framework, control inflation and reduce interest rates. What do the pledges mean for
Ex-WTO Chief Azevêdo Joins Caiado's Campaign
Ex-WTO chief Roberto Azevêdo joins Ronaldo Caiado's 2026 presidential campaign to coordinate trade and diplomacy amid Brazil-US tensions.
Brazil's R$1.2T Debt-Interest Bill: Who's to Blame?
Brazil faces a R$ 1.2 trillion debt-interest bill. President Lula defends fiscal discipline but questions spending-cap rules. Who is really to blame?
Copom cuts Selic to 14% and stays cautious
Brazil's Copom cut the Selic rate by 0.25pp to 14% yearly. Analysts say the central bank met expectations and avoided committing to future moves.
Copom cuts Selic but signals nothing on next step
Brazil's Copom cut the Selic rate by 0.25 pp with no forward guidance. Analysts say the central bank is preserving flexibility for its next meeting.
US and Japan Prop Up Yen in Rare Joint Move
The US and Japan intervened jointly to support the yen using the Fed's FIMA repo line, the first such action since 2011. Here is how it works and why
Gerdau Q2: Net Debt R$ 8.1 bn, Leverage at 0.69x
Gerdau's Q2 results: net debt of R$ 8.1 billion, leverage at 0.69x, R$ 1 billion invested. North America led with 56% of revenue and 74% of EBITDA.
Copper Prices Near Record Highs on AI Demand
Copper hits near-record highs at $13,791/tonne on LME, driven by AI data centre demand, US tariff fears and Indonesia's Grasberg mine disruptions.
Brazil Copom Set to Cut Selic Rate to 14%
Brazil's Copom is expected to cut the Selic rate to 14% per year. Will it be the last cut of 2025? Economists weigh in on what comes next.