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TradeBrazil trade surplus tops forecasts as US sales climb despite tariffs
Brazil posted a US$7.394 billion trade surplus in August, helped by higher export values and resilient sales to the United States. The result came even as new US tariffs began to affect part of Brazil's export basket.
AgribusinessEU animal product ban puts US$1.84 billion of Brazilian exports in play
The European Union’s new restrictions on Brazilian animal products affect beef, poultry and other exports after Brussels said it needed stronger assurances on antimicrobial controls. A European inspection of Brazil’s poultry and honey systems has raised limited hopes for a sector by sector reopening.
EnergyPetrobras Lifts Búzios Gas Output to New Record
Brazil’s largest offshore oil field is sending more natural gas from existing platforms after upgrades to processing equipment. The gains point to rising value in operational improvements across the country’s pre-salt assets.
Market InsightsBrazil GDP rises 0.5% in second quarter as agriculture carries the expansion
Brazil’s economy grew in line with market forecasts in the second quarter of 2026, helped by a strong agricultural performance. Investment advanced, but household consumption weakened under the pressure of high interest rates.
FinanceBrazil’s 2027 Budget Plan Targets R$18.6 Billion Primary Surplus
The federal government’s draft budget points to a modest effective primary surplus in 2027, alongside R$7.45 trillion in total spending and nearly R$100 billion for public credit programmes. The proposal now goes to Congress, where investors will watch how fiscal targets, mandatory spending and subsidised credit are treated.