Higher rates and volatility dragged revenue down 12% in 2025, but banks expect a rebound with rate cuts and IPO pipeline in 2026 02/09/2026 Amid market volatility and weak equity activity, investment banking revenue in Brazil dropped again in 2025, falling to its lowest level in at least five years, according to data […]
Analysts expect gradual profit recovery in 2026, helped by lower interest rates and operational resilience despite a sluggish economy 02/09/2026 The fourth-quarter 2025 earnings season may mark a turning point for Brazilian companies. Despite clear signs of economic slowdown, analysts expect operational resilience, combined with an anticipated interest rate cut starting in March, […]
Technocrats warn it could make it difficult to comply with spending cap, as spending watchdog orders government to justify budget freezes and blocks interference in operating funds 02/06/2026 A decision by Brazil’s Federal Court of Accounts (TCU) on Wednesday (4) tightening budget management rules for regulatory agencies was seen by government technicians […]