Brazil
Petrobras, Vale undermine Brazil's outlook
The government had pinned great hopes on the companies' growth contribution, but this option is a non-starter for now
BrazilLevy rumours may further weaken Brazil policy outlook
Rumours over a change of finance minister will not strengthen a government already at odds with Congress
BrazilForeign holdings of EM debt are a key global risk
China and India are relaxing curbs on foreign ownership of domestic government bonds just as the Fed readies rate hikes
InternationalProspects for Brazil in 2016
There is little relief in sight on either the political or economic fronts, although recession could ease late in 2016
BrazilSamarco woes may reduce Brazil's iron exports
Concerns over regulatory capacity could sour public attitudes towards mining, hitherto relatively accepting
BrazilProspects for the global oil market in 2016
Oil prices will stay low in 2016 amid declining demand and slowing, but resilient, US production
InternationalBrazil dam accident may pressure Vale, government
Questions over regulatory shortcomings may prompt criticism of the authorities and protests against Vale
BrazilBrazil's Congress gives no respite on tax troubles
The continuing recession, soaring deficit and impeachment risks make serious attempts at urgent reforms unlikely
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