Researchers call for better coordination, integrated data, and more precise targeting of benefits as fiscal constraints intensify

Amount is 16 times higher than in 2025 as high interest rates, financial pressure push companies to renegotiate with creditors

Company reported net loss of R$717m in Q3

Former communications chief Paulo Pimenta is considered for a role overseeing the president’s private schedule and social media presence

Government seeks modest fiscal adjustment package that nonetheless risks emerging from Congress even smaller than proposed

Companies will be able to contract electricity for delivery starting in 2027, 2028, or 2029

Former Justice minister and bill proponent defends new security model and suggests creating ‘super’ ministry

Both leaders expressed interest in resuming negotiations on issues including tariffs on Brazilian cars and Brazilian investment in Venezuela’s oil sector

Record debt burdens and high interest rates could keep spending subdued despite a resilient labor market, economists say