Vladimir Putin has opened the expanded Brics summit by issuing a call for an alternative international payments system that could prevent the US using the dollar as a political weapon. But the summit communique indicated that little progress had been made on an alternative payment system. Speaking at the summit in the Russian city of […]
SINGAPORE, Oct 22 (Reuters) – Chicago soybean futures gained more ground on Tuesday, with a recovery in demand for U.S. shipments and delays in Brazilian planting supporting prices. Wheat prices edged up amid higher prices in Russia, the world’s No. 1 exporter, while corn dipped. * The most-active soybean contract on the Chicago Board of […]
The Brazilian Central Bank has released its second Firmus survey, revealing shifting economic perspectives among non-financial businesses. The survey, conducted in August 2024, gathered insights from 95 companies, offering a glimpse into their economic outlook and business expectations. Inflation projections for 2024 have risen since the previous survey. Business leaders now anticipate a 4.20% inflation […]
Brazil grapples with a complex racial landscape, as revealed by a recent PoderData survey. The study, conducted from October 12 to 14, 2024, unveils a significant disparity between public perception and personal admission of racial prejudice. The survey results paint a telling picture of Brazilian society’s views on racism. A substantial 75% of Brazilians acknowledge […]
The Brazilian stock market experienced a downturn on Thursday, breaking its three-day winning streak. The Ibovespa index fell by 0.73%, closing at 130,793.41 points, a decrease of 956.31 points. This decline occurred despite positive trends in international markets, highlighting the unique challenges facing Brazil’s economy. Vale, the mining giant, played a significant role in the […]
The JF apartment in São Paulo, Brazil, reimagined by Zalc Arquitetura, represents an inspired blend of brutalist architecture and minimalist design, creating a home that is as much a gallery of art and ideas as it is a living space. Located in the Higienópolis neighborhood, known for its modernist architectural landmarks and cultural vibrancy, the […]
Food production is concentrated in too few countries, many of which face water shortages, the researchers said. Source link
Raphinha converted a penalty in each half to guide an improved Brazil to a 4-0 home win over Peru in South American World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday. Building on last week’s 2-1 comeback win in Chile, Brazil looked livelier from the start and dominated possession, with late goals from Andreas Pereira and Luiz Henrique putting […]
The EU’s Major Trade Partners in One Chart This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. With all 27 member states taken together, the EU would be the second-largest economy in the world in nominal […]