Researchers at Fundação Dom Cabral warn that labor, logistics, energy, tax barriers could prevent country from developing processing capacity 11/09/2026 Paulo Vicente Alves — Photo: Divulgação Brazil sits atop one of the world’s greatest mineral resources, but risks watching the technological revolution now underway from the sidelines, serving merely as a supplier of […]
Major banks, investment firms see little room for Selic rate cuts amid worsening inflation prospects, fiscal uncertainty 11/09/2026 Central Bank’s communication following latest Copom meeting increased market concerns — Photo: Rodrigo Oliveira/Caixa Market sentiment toward the government remains sour, signaling that the room for Selic rate cuts has become extremely limited as […]
Slowing mandatory spending growth, rather than cutting benefits, is key to stabilizing Brazil’s debt and preserving social programs, experts say 11/09/2026 Rafaela Vitória — Photo: Washington Alves/Valor Bringing Brazil’s public finances under control will require slowing the growth of mandatory spending, but economists interviewed by Valor say that does not mean dismantling […]
New Selective Tax rules extend benefits to certified sustainable vehicles, continuing a long-standing pattern of incentives for the auto industry 11/06/2026 In Brazil, tax breaks have historically been granted to cars purchased by people with disabilities, professional drivers such as taxi operators, and other groups—the latter category often linked to programs negotiated […]
National Confederation of Industry says 11.3% rate set by Federal Court of Accounts for Goods and Services Contribution is too high 11/06/2026 The National Confederation of Industry (CNI) criticized the 11.3% rate set for the Contribution on Goods and Services (CBS), which is scheduled to take effect in January 2027, saying it is […]
Statement comes after meeting with former ministers and economists close to the president to discuss economic guidelines for his fourth term 11/06/2026 Finance Minister Dario Durigan says no concrete measures have been discussed so far — Photo: Reprodução/GloboNews President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said Thursday (5) that fiscal and legal responsibility […]
Political scientists say Bolsonaro family remains a leading political force despite setback for U.S. president 11/05/2026 Donald Trump met Eduardo Bolsonaro, Flávio, and Paulo Figueiredo in May at the White House — Photo: Reprodução/Truth Social – Donald Trump The defeat of U.S. President Donald Trump in the midterm elections is expected to have […]
Businesses scramble to renegotiate schedules and contain costs, while lawyers warn of mounting litigation risks 11/05/2026 Fabiano Zavanella — Photo: Ana Paula Paiva/Valor Labor law firms across Brazil have seen a surge in consultations since a constitutional amendment ending the six-day workweek was enacted on October 16. With the requirement to provide […]
Economists differ on whether decision to hold Selic at 13.75% signals prolonged hold, further easing or potential rate hike amid worsening inflation expectations 11/05/2026 Fernando Gonçalves — Photo: Gabriel Reis/Valor Brazil’s Central Bank halted its interest rate-cutting cycle on Wednesday (Nov. 4), keeping the benchmark Selic rate at 13.75% in response to […]
Federal Revenue says transition is on schedule, despite concerns over tax assessment systems, municipal readiness, implementation of new consumption taxes 11/04/2026 Federal Revenue: program prioritizes companies’ good faith, waiving penalties for taxpayers who act transparently — Photo: Marcelo Camargo/Agência Brasil The updated version of the regulations governing the Contribution on Goods […]