Macro view
Consumer Survey
Launching our monthly consumer survey
We questioned 1,000 Brazilians about their spending patterns. In March, consumers were a little more cautious about the short term, but slightly more ready to spend in the months ahead.
Business
Minority investors raise their voices
Complaints about the election of two Petrobras board members are the latest sign of shareholder discontent.
Textile industry in a tangle
Four prestigious manufacturers from Santa Catarina have filed for bankruptcy protection, after struggling to compete with imports.
Finance
Entrepreneurs make headway in Brasília
Two start-up funds have been launched in the capital city, hoping to build on its technology strengths.
The central bank and its critics
Ahead of next week’s interest rate decision, we look at how the central bank has changed under Dilma Rousseff.
Deal analysis: Cimentos de Portugal, CCR, Multiner, BR Properties
A round-up of M&A activity, featuring the property and infrastructure sectors.
Bulls and Bears
Inflation forecasts fall
Transport prices have moderated this year, but upside risks to the overall inflation outlook remain.
A new package for industry
Best of local comment: The second round of Bigger Brazil has received a sceptical hearing.
Agenda: interest rates, Forestry Code
Congress is under pressure to pass key legislation before the focus switches to regional elections.
Pension reform: a route to healthier finances?
Best of local comment: the new system gets a warm welcome, with a few caveats.
Guest Column
Sticking together on the long march west
Fast-food companies are often betting on the same towns as they tap the newfound wealth of the interior, says Rodrigo Moita of Insper business school.
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