Category: Companies
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Investing in Brazil: Unlocking Opportunities for Foreigners
Introduction:Investing in foreign markets can be an exciting endeavor, and Brazil stands out as a compelling destination for international investors. With its vibrant economy, abundant resources, and growing industries, Brazil offers a plethora of investment opportunities across various sectors. In this blog post, we will delve into the key factors that make Brazil an attractive…
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Warren Buffet ignores election turmoil and invests in Brazilian payments processing company’s IPO
There were no shortage of alerts from banks and managers about the risk of a billionaire IPO of a Brazilian company at the moment, in the midst of an electoral turmoil. But the payment company Stone decided to move on and, it seems, can do well. A group of heavyweight names, including billionaire American investor…
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Natura passes Unilever and leads the beauty market in Brazil in 2017
Natura & Co, a corporation that brings together Natura, Aesop and The Body Shop, surpassed the Anglo-Dutch Unilever and took the lead in the beauty and personal care market in Brazil, according to research firm Euromonitor. The sector’s revenues in 2017 reached R$ 106.320 billion (Aprox. US$30 billion), growth of 3.2% in relation to the…
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Brazil is out of Trump’s steel surcharges, says US trade representative
US President Donald Trump has decided to “suspend” the steel surcharge for some countries that are in negotiations with Washington. Brazil, Argentina, Australia, Europe, plus Canada and Mexico, are on this list, according to US Trade Representative, Robert Lighthizer. He appeared before the Senate Finance Committee on Thursday and was questioned by Democratic Senator Ron…
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Canadian McCain acquires 49% of Brazilian producer of cheese bread, Forno de Minas
McCain do Brasil Alimentos, a subsidiary of Canadian-based McCain, maker of pre-fried and frozen potatoes, has entered into an agreement to acquire a 49% stake in Forno de Minas Alimentos. The value of the acquisition was kept confidential by the parties. Helder Mendonça, president of Forno de Minas, said the negotiations lasted about ten months.…
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Walmart to divest from Brazil: looking for partner
After just over two decades in the Brazil, Walmart is negotiating the sale of part of its business in Brazil. The company has already started looking for a partner. But the model of the operation still depends on the proposals that are being presented to the retailer. At least four companies, including asset managers and…
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Lady Gaga wears Schultz, posts on Instagram and helps the brand in US expansion
A free endorsement from Lady Gaga is a great way to start a foray into the US market even though it seems that the retail landscape could turn into a kind of desert. The singer and fashion icon posted on Instagram on Saturday (9) photos of her posing in Dallas with a pair of Schutz…
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Petrobras to raise up to US$ 2.3 Billion in IPO of it’s distribution subsidiary
BR Distribuidora, distribution arm of Petrobras (PBR), started yesterday the process that should be the largest IPO since 2013 in Brazil. With the sale of a maximum of 33.75% of its stake in BR, the parent company Petrobras may raise up to R$ 7.5 billion (US$ 2.3 Bi), an important figure for its divestment plan.…
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Unilever buys Brazilian brand of natural foods
Unilever announced this Monday (2) the acquisition of Brazilian brand Mãe Terra. The company specializes in natural and organic produce and was established in 1979. The acquisition cost was not disclosed. Mãe Terra, which produces organig cereals, cookies and other snacks, has been growing 30 YoY and its acquisition is an attempt from the global…