November’s weak car sales accentuate the challenges for carmakers. Large players are set for a squeeze, as the market becomes increasingly competitive.
Business
Weak growth opens door to more stimulus
The economy grew 0.9% year-on-year between July to September, worse than previously thought.
30 November 2012
Food producers forced to look beyond Europe
Meat exports have held up fairly well in 2012, but accessing new markets in Asia, Africa and the Middle East remains key.
08 November 2012
Agenda: Salvador and Recife await Fifa’s green light
The host cities for the Confederations Cup will be confirmed, while jobs and retail figures released this month should point to a robust consumer outlook.
08 November 2012
Manufacturing leads job creation in September
In line with our survey, hiring increased in last month, but remains weaker than in 2011
18 October 2012
Tourism drive gets sceptical reception
Government efforts to promote domestic travel has opened up debate on the bureaucracy affecting the sector.
11 October 2012
Chery – doubling down
Short-term losses have not dissuaded the carmaker from launching into Brazil’s entry-level segment.
27 September 2012
Chinese investors – here to stay
Industrial and infrastructure projects are moving forward, with concerns about profitability still secondary.
27 September 2012
Huawei – tired of smartphone losses
The leading infrastructure provider is yet to make a smooth transition into high-margin segments.
27 September 2012
Car sales revival reaches the regions
A survey of dealers across Brazil suggests that the extension of tax breaks will support sales.
13 September 2012
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09 May 2013
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