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Brazil Supreme Court upholds laws that led to downfall of Amazon soy moratorium

Brazil Supreme Court upholds laws that led to downfall of Amazon soy moratorium

Brazil’s Supreme Court has upheld state laws denying tax incentives to farmers who adhered to the country's soy moratorium
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Brazil inflation slows in July, returns to central bank target range

Brazil inflation slows in July, returns to central bank target range

SAO PAULO, Aug 11 (Reuters) - Brazil's annual inflation eased in July, broadly in line with market expectations, data from statistics agency IBGE showed on Tuesday, returning to the central bank's tolerance range as the effects of tight monetary policy continued to filter through the economy. 
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Embraer Reports 38% Increase in Net Income for Q2 2026 Amid Strong Sales and Tax Credits

Embraer Reports 38% Increase in Net Income for Q2 2026 Amid Strong Sales and Tax Credits

Embraer Reports 38% Increase in Net Income for Q2 2026 Amid Strong Sales and Tax Credits
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BRICS Nations Advance Alternative Payment Architecture to Dollar

BRICS Nations Advance Alternative Payment Architecture to Dollar

BRICS countries are making significant strides in developing an alternative payment architecture to the dollar-dominated system. India has proposed the interconnection of BRICS' central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), while China is integrating its UnionPay system into Brazil's Pix. Additionally, Argentina has extended its currency swap agreement with China until 2031, and the mBridge project has reached a minimum viable product stage. These developments are part of a broader trend of financial fragmentation, with BRICS nations advancing in areas such as CBDCs, interoperability between national payment systems, and bilateral currency swap agreements.
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Brazil agency orders Discord chat platform to suspend livestreaming over child safety concerns

Brazil agency orders Discord chat platform to suspend livestreaming over child safety concerns

BRASILIA, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Brazil's data protection authority ANPD ordered chat platform Discord to suspend livestreaming features, citing failures to protect children and teens from exposure to content promoting violence, self-harm and suicide.
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World Bank Group Launches Explorers Program 2026 for U.S. Nationals in International Development

World Bank Group Launches Explorers Program 2026 for U.S. Nationals in International Development

The World Bank Group has opened applications for its 2026 Explorers Program, targeting early-career U.S. nationals interested in international development. The program offers two-year Extended Term Consultant contracts in World Bank offices in Brazil, Colombia, and Panama. Participants will engage in projects across various sectors, including finance, economics, and infrastructure, gaining practical experience and mentorship. The initiative aims to develop professionals who understand global development challenges and the World Bank's operations. Applications are due by August 17, 2026.
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JBS taps Wesley Filho as CEO as founding family retakes top post

JBS taps Wesley Filho as CEO as founding family retakes top post

By Roberto Samora and Andre Romani SAO PAULO, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Brazil's JBS, the world's largest meatpacker, said on Monday it had named Wesley Batista Filho as chief executive effective January 2027, marking its first CEO change in eight years and returning a member of the founding Batista family
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Shawn Mendes Confirms Relationship with Bruna Marquezine on Social Media

Shawn Mendes Confirms Relationship with Bruna Marquezine on Social Media

Shawn Mendes Confirms Relationship with Bruna Marquezine on Social Media
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Bidder pays $60,000 at Neymar auction for fan experiences with Alex Pereira, Charles Oliveira

Bidder pays $60,000 at Neymar auction for fan experiences with Alex Pereira, Charles Oliveira

The bidder also purchased gloves signed by Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield
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Brazil's Import of $5.2 Billion in Chinese Cars Spurs Local Manufacturing Push

Brazil's Import of $5.2 Billion in Chinese Cars Spurs Local Manufacturing Push

Brazil's Import of $5.2 Billion in Chinese Cars Spurs Local Manufacturing Push
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LatAm assets mixed ahead of US inflation; Middle East in focus

LatAm assets mixed ahead of US inflation; Middle East in focus

By Niket Nishant and Utkarsh Hathi Aug 10 (Reuters) - Latin American assets were mixed on Monday as investors looked ahead to U.S. inflation data for clues on Federal Reserve's monetary policy outlook, while persistent uncertainty in the Middle East sent oil prices higher. 
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Brazil's $5.2 Billion Chinese Car Imports Prompt Local Manufacturing Push

Brazil's $5.2 Billion Chinese Car Imports Prompt Local Manufacturing Push

Brazil's $5.2 Billion Chinese Car Imports Prompt Local Manufacturing Push