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First Brazil rate cut in three years will not be last
The Central Bank cut its benchmark rate from 13.75% to 13.25% yesterday, hinting at similar cuts to follow
BrazilBrazil deforestation data bring pre-summit hopes
New data suggest a 60% drop in deforestation in July, days before Brazil hosts the first summit of Amazon nations
BrazilPolice killings will fuel polarisation in Brazil
At least 45 people have been reported killed in shoot-outs in three states during the past week
BrazilBrazil green transition goals may gain broad support
The government aims to launch a wide-ranging green transition package in the coming months, according to reports today
BrazilLikely recession will complicate Argentina's outlook
The IMF is now predicting a 2.5% contraction in Argentina's GDP this year, in contrast with Brazil and Mexico's growth
ArgentinaSlow population growth will pose challenges in Brazil
The latest census, delayed by two years, shows that population growth since 2010 was well below expectations
BrazilLow-cost housing offers new Brazil interest challenge
The president has again criticised high interest rates after signing a bill to build 2 million low-cost homes
BrazilDeforestation and tax news will bolster Brazil's Lula
New deforestation data and Lower House approval of the government's tax reform give grounds for cautious optimism
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