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Brazil finance minister rumours shake weak real
Levy appears set to remain in post for now, but his ability to fend off a downgrade has been increasingly curtailed
BrazilCrime, contamination may mar Rio de Janeiro Olympics
Pre-Games works remain on track, although crime and contamination concerns will not be resolved
BrazilRate hikes end amid Brazil stagflation
Despite high inflation, which has not responded to rate rises, the recession may force a rate cut in the near term
BrazilBrazil's Odebrecht faces new scandal in Angola
The case is another blow to Brazil's largest construction company, putting projects in both countries at risk
AngolaDeficit worries mar recovery prospects in Brazil
The first-ever primary deficit forecast is an admission that the government has few options to assuage economic fears
BrazilBrazil's economic data deteriorate as Lula looms again
Lula's deteriorating image suggests that his higher profile will not aid a weak government facing economic crisis
BrazilPrimary deficit widens amid recession in Brazil
There is no sign of a pick-up in growth; looser fiscal policy would likely worsen the deficit without prompting rebound
BrazilCorruption claims leave few unscathed in Brazil
Although Rousseff is not entirely safe from losing office, Neves may also face harmful scrutiny
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