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Itaipu sues Paraguay

Economy
  • What happenedItaipu is taking legal action to recover $182 million deposited in Ueno Bank, with $163.8 million and 115.2 billion guaranis at stake.
  • WhyThe case involves irregularities at Ueno Bank, with the Paraguayan Ministry of Justice investigating and a former president facing preventive prison.
  • Market impactA weaker real could make imports and dollar debt costlier, affecting the Brazilian stock market and investors with foreign currency exposure.
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching the outcome of the legal proceedings and the impact on the Brazilian economy and financial markets.
B3 closed that daySource: InfoMoney + 5 more outlets

Brazil trade surplus

Economy
  • What happenedBrazil's trade balance had a surplus of $9.32 billion in October, 39.4% higher than in October 2025.
  • WhyExports were driven by petróleo, combustíveis, cereais and soja, surpassing imports.
  • Market impactA higher trade surplus can lead to a stronger real, making imports and dollar debt cheaper.
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching how this surplus affects the overall economy and future trade balances.
Ibovespa that day +1.39%Source: Agência Brasil + 2 more outlets

Government lists 27 critical minerals

Public accounts
  • What happenedGovernment defines 27 critical minerals in three priority levels
  • WhyClassification considers five criteria including geopolitical risk and concentration of offer
  • Market impactA weaker regulatory environment for these minerals could make related stocks more attractive to investors
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching how the government's new policy affects the mining sector
Ibovespa that day −0.82%Source: Estadão + 3 more outlets

Copom holds Selic at 13.75%

Monetary policy
  • What happenedCopom decided to maintain the taxa básica de juros at 13.75% per year, a unanimous decision.
  • WhyThe decision was made due to increased uncertainties and expectations of inflation being above the target.
  • Market impactA higher Selic rate can make borrowing costlier and may impact the economy, as well as the value of the real.
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching for the next Copom meeting and potential changes to the Selic rate.
Ibovespa that day +1.23%Source: Estadão + 4 more outlets

Treasury Projects Debt

Public accounts
  • What happenedTreasury projects debt at 91.5% of GDP in 2036 without surpluses, and 81.1% with a 0.5% surplus.
  • WhyProjection is based on the movement of public accounts results over 10 years.
  • Market impactA higher debt can make imports and dollar debt costlier, affecting the real and interest rates.
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching the impact of potential reforms on the economy and markets.
Ibovespa that day −1.42%Source: Folha de S.Paulo + 1 more outlet

Lula's Economist Sees Less Dramatic Fiscal Situation

Public accounts
  • What happenedLula's economist Jose Sergio Gabrielli says Brazil's fiscal situation is less dramatic, but still needs deficit reduction measures.
  • WhyGabrielli's statement is based on a proposal by Lara Resende, which he endorses in an article.
  • Market impactA less dramatic fiscal situation could lead to lower interest rates and a stronger real, making imports and dollar debt cheaper.
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching the implementation of Lula's economic policies and their impact on the market.
B3 closed that daySource: Folha de S.Paulo + 1 more outlet

Raizen approves recovery plan

Companies
  • What happenedRaizen's shareholders approved a recovery plan to address its R$ 65 billion debt, the largest in Brazil's history, by dividing the company into two entities.
  • WhyThe company's crisis occurred due to risky bets, poor harvests, and low commodity prices.
  • Market impactA weaker company may lead to increased costs for investors and potentially impact the overall market, as a large debt can affect the company's ability to operate efficiently.
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching the implementation of the plan, which includes the segregation of the sugar and ethanol unit and the restructuring of R$ 61.4 billion in debts.
Ibovespa that day −0.75%Source: g1 + 2 more outlets

CMN raises credit limit

Public accounts
  • What happenedCMN raises credit limit for states and municipalities by 2 billion reals to 30.625 billion reals in 2026.
  • WhyThe measure aims to increase the capacity of states and municipalities to obtain loans for projects and other expenses.
  • Market impactA higher credit limit may lead to increased borrowing and spending, which can impact interest rates and the overall economy.
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching how the increased credit limit affects the economy and the financial market in the coming months.
Ibovespa that day −1.06%Source: Poder360 + 2 more outlets

CNI cuts growth forecast

Public accounts
  • What happenedCNI reduced Brazil's 2026 economic growth forecast to 1.6% from 2%
  • WhyThe revision reflects a weaker expected performance in the industry and services sectors
  • Market impactA lower growth forecast can lead to decreased investor confidence and a weaker real
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching the impact of the revised forecast on the Brazilian economy and markets
Ibovespa that day −2.68%Source: Agência Brasil + 1 more outlet

BC: Superendividados grow 75%

Economy
  • What happenedBanco Central reports 20.3 million Brazilians in risk of over-indebtedness, a 75% increase in five years.
  • WhyHigh juros and successive deficits in public accounts are the main concerns of financial institutions.
  • Market impactA weaker financial situation of families can lead to higher inadimplência and impact the stock market and interest rates.
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching the BC's announcement of new measures to contain aggressive credit offers.
Ibovespa that day −0.51%Source: Agência Brasil + 1 more outlet

Dollar jumps 8.21% and Ibovespa plunges 13.88% after Lula's re-election

Markets
  • What happenedDollar rose 8.21% to R$ 5,403 and Ibovespa fell 13,88% to 176,608 points.
  • WhyLula's re-election caused the market turbulence, with some investors revising economic policy expectations.
  • Market impactA weaker real makes imports and dollar debt costlier, affecting the Brazilian stock market and investors.
  • What to watchInvestors will be watching the market's reaction to the new economic policy and potential government decisions.
Ibovespa that day −13.88%Source: Agência Brasil + 3 more outlets

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