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Brazil’s Bolsonaro rejects coup allegations in final court statement

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has submitted his final defense to the Supreme Court. He stands trial for allegedly ...

Brazil Retail Sales Slip Again, Signaling Economy Is Cooling Off

Brazil’s retail sales unexpectedly fell in June, marking their third consecutive drop and the latest sign Latin America’s ...
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The U.S. Trade Case on Brazil: Expediency Over Principles

Recent U.S. pressure on Brazil is a reminder that countries should reserve their legal right to retaliate to avoid being ...

Brazil Kept Tight Rein on Big Tech. Trump’s Tariffs Could Change That.

With President Trump on their side, U.S. technology companies now have more leverage in Brazil, where they seek to influence ...

Brazil's Supreme Court elects next chief justice, Moraes to serve as deputy

Brazil's Supreme Court on Wednesday elected Edson Fachin for a two-year term as chief justice starting in late September, ...

‘Cryptic’ predator with ‘large’ teeth found in Brazil river. It’s a new species

Maranhão trahiras have “cylindrical” bodies reaching over 1 foot long, the study said. Their lips are “fleshy,” and their ...

Brazil's Lula announces $5.5 billion in credits for exporters hit by US tariffs

The Brazilian government on Wednesday unveiled a plan to support local exporters affected by a 50% tariff imposed by U.S.

Brazil's central bank stresses need for prolonged restrictive rates despite softer inflation

Brazil's inflation has shown more downside surprises than analysts had expected, but remains above target and is being driven ...