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Record Brazil slump may increase commodity dependence
The Central Bank's latest weekly survey anticipated a 5.1% GDP contraction this year despite strong agricultural exports
BrazilNew Brazil health minister goes as virus cases soar
Nelson Teich resigned after only one month in post, apparently over disagreements on COVID-19 policy
BrazilHasty reopening poses risks in Brazil and Mexico
The leaders of Latin America’s two largest economies are keen to end COVID-19 restrictions, despite major health risks
BrazilPandemic will force economic policy reversal in Brazil
The crisis induced by the COVID-19 epidemic and social distancing measures to contain it will leave a deep recession
BrazilRate cuts seek to ease pandemic hit to Brazil economy
The Central Bank cut its benchmark rate to a record low yesterday as the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths soared
BrazilPandemic prompts narcotics shifts in Latin America
Drug suppliers and consumers are innovating to evade COVID-19-related limitations on movement of people and goods
Latin AmericaNegative Brazil outlook may see new rating downgrades
Fitch has cut Brazil's rating outlook to negative on the back of political and economic developments
BrazilArmed forces stress democratic commitment in Brazil
The Defence Ministry yesterday issued a strong statement in favour of democratic continuity and freedom of speech
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