AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRunoff Race: Flávio Bolsonaro narrowly beat President Lula in Brazil’s first-round vote, and polls now show a tight contest ahead of the runoff. Lula is courting Bolsonaro voters with small-business debt relief worth R$12.6 billion. Amazon Fires: Fires in Amazonas have surged, with smoke blanketing Manaus. The environment minister suspects organized criminal activity aimed at seizing land; a link to the election remains unproven. Economic Outlook: The IMF cut its 2026 growth forecast for Brazil to 2.2%, citing high interest rates and reduced fiscal support. A Mercosur-EU trade deal is projected to boost Brazilian exports, while the country says it has opened 700 agricultural markets since 2023.
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