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 […]
10/06/2026 FOOD PRICES LEAVE BRAZILIANS FEELING POORER DESPITE ECONOMIC GAINS Groceries have risen 60.8% since the pandemic, far outpacing overall inflation and helping explain voter unease Brazilian grocery bills have risen far faster than overall inflation since the pandemic, helping explain why many consumers remain dissatisfied with the economy despite record […]
Post-election turmoil drives losses across stocks and bonds, prompting portfolio managers to favor CDI-linked investments and overseas equities 10/30/2026 Gilberto Kfouri — Photo: Foto: Gabriel Reis/Valor October is ending with heavy losses across Brazilian assets, from equities to fixed-rate and inflation-linked bonds. Amid the market turmoil following the presidential election, […]
Market forecasts point to higher inflation through 2028, raising doubts about further Selic cuts 10/30/2026 Carlos Thadeu, of BGC Liquidez — Photo: Divulgação/BGC Liquidez Markets are already bracing for a sharp deterioration in inflation expectations, which is likely to create additional challenges for Brazil’s Central Bank in setting monetary policy. That […]