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 […]
Brazilian adviser Carlos Silva Filho wants waste and circularity recognized in the conference’s final Antalya declaration 11/04/2026 Carlos Silva Filho — Photo: Divulgação With no major negotiating issue or review of Paris Agreement targets on the agenda, COP31—the United Nations Climate Change Conference taking place from November 9 to 20 in […]
Expectations of weaker growth in 2026-2027 are compounded by forecasts that Central Bank will halt Selic rate cuts or raise interest rates 11/04/2026 Homero Guizzo — Photo: Ana Paula Paiva/Valor After bets on Selic rate cuts reversed in financial markets following the surprise outcome of Brazil’s presidential election runoff, analysts are […]
Oil prices, U.S. monetary policy add to domestic inflation risks, including El Niño effects on food prices, potential labor cost increases 11/02/2026 Basiliki Litvac, of XP — Photo: Keiny Andrade/Valor The international environment is emerging as a source of concern for Brazil’s efforts to control inflation in the short and medium […]
Brazil’s agricultural attaché in Beijing urges stricter export monitoring; lack of full traceability poses challenges for the supply chain 11/02/2026 China is stepping up controls on pesticide and veterinary drug residues in imported agricultural products. Amid repeated notifications and shipment rejections involving suppliers from around the world, Brazil’s agricultural attaché in […]
Large chains are expanding vaccination and consultation rooms to build loyalty and increase visits and spending 11/02/2026 Luiz Guanais — Photo: Divulgação Large pharmacy chains are expanding vaccination and pharmacist consultation rooms to build customer loyalty and differentiate their physical stores as medication sales grow through apps and e-commerce platforms. Although […]