Brazil Sets Historic Record with 4.6 Million New Small Businesses in 2025
In 2025, Brazil recorded an all-time high of 4.6 million new small businesses, driven by economic confidence and growth in services and health sectors.
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64% of Brazilian SMEs Plan to Adopt Artificial Intelligence by 2027 Despite Challenges
Brazilian SMEs show strong commitment to AI adoption by 2027 despite challenges in training, investment, and data quality.
Missão São Paulo Exporta 2025 Spurs Over R$43 Million in Business Prospects Across South America
Missão São Paulo Exporta 2025 has generated over R$43 million in expected business by facilitating extensive trade meetings with Uruguay and Argentina, aiming to expand São Paulo’s export footprint in South America.
Mubadala Negotiates Acquisition of Brazilian Fintech Will Bank Amid Central Bank Oversight
Abu Dhabi's Mubadala is negotiating to acquire Brazil's fintech Will Bank, now under Central Bank administration, with Mastercard and FGC involved in the deal to stabilize the troubled company.
Bagé Vehicle Fair Spurs Economic Growth With Extensive Financial and Vehicle Services
The recent vehicle fair in Bagé combined extensive dealership participation with broad financial services, boosting local business and community economic development.
São Paulo Export Mission Boosts $8 Million in Business; Brazil Achieves Record Bean Exports in 2025
Brazil’s São Paulo export mission generates over $8 million in expected business, while the country sets record bean export volumes in 2025, showcasing strong international trade progress.
Soybean Market Transactions Slow in Early December Amid Producer Concerns
Soybean market activity in Brazil slows down amid price disparities and producer concerns about crop yields and water shortages.
Litoral Norte Region Sees Fresh Investment in Beach Tourism and Local Economy
New services and business initiatives in Brazil’s Litoral Norte are modernizing beach tourism and boosting the local economy.
MICBR+Ibero-América 2025 Sets Record with 3,700 Business Meetings Boosting Creative Economy
MICBR+Ibero-América 2025 in Fortaleza achieved a record 3,700 business meetings, advancing Brazil’s creative economy through extensive networking, training, and cultural policy discussions.
Empowering Brazil's Small Entrepreneurs: New School and Credit Fund Support Growth and Inclusion
Brazil's new entrepreneurship school and the Fundo Estímulo credit fund enhance support for small businesses, boosting economic inclusion and job creation.
Sebrae Drives Growth and Internationalization of Small Businesses Across Brazil
Sebrae advances programs fostering management skills and internationalization to boost Brazil’s small business growth, amid rising openings and closures.
Regulatory Hurdles and Antitrust Concerns Cloud Netflix-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger
Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery encounters regulatory scrutiny over market dominance, competition, and Hollywood labor impacts.
Palmas Launches Financial Consulting to Support Entrepreneurs with Banco do Povo Credit
Palmas' government offers specialized financial consulting to entrepreneurs who have received Banco do Povo credit, aiming to enhance business sustainability and credit readiness.
Netflix's $82.7 Billion Acquisition of Warner Bros. Set to Reshape Hollywood and Streaming Landscape
Netflix's $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros and HBO Max promises to transform Hollywood and the streaming industry, amid regulatory scrutiny and industry concerns.
Petrobras Unveils 2026-2030 Business Plan with Focus on Pre-Salt Investment and Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
Petrobras outlines a $109 billion investment plan focused on pre-salt oil production alongside launching Brazil's first certified sustainable aviation fuel, signaling a strategic pivot towards sustainability and financial prudence.
Brazil Faces Economic Hurdles but Business Tourism Shows Strong Growth Prospects
Brazil's business tourism sector is poised for growth despite economic challenges including slow GDP expansion and rising fiscal deficits.
Key Brazilian Business Groups Back New Parliamentary Front to Improve Economic Environment
Brazil's newly launched bipartisan parliamentary front, supported by key economic organizations, aims to modernize regulations and reduce bureaucracy to strengthen the business environment.
Brazil Hosts Key Business Networking Events to Boost Entrepreneurship and Investment
Recent and upcoming business networking events in Brazil are strengthening entrepreneurship and investment connections nationwide.
Brazil Reports Historic Microcredit Recovery and Employment Growth Driven by Small Businesses
Brazil achieves historic microcredit recovery and employment growth, driven by government support for small businesses and inclusive fiscal measures.
AWS Leverages Partner Ecosystem for Over 60% of Its Brazilian Business Amid Major Local Investments
AWS drives over 60% of its Brazilian business through partners, investing billions locally and expanding AI integration across its ecosystem.
Small Businesses Drive Local Economic Growth with Strong Support from Programs like Proampe
Small businesses in Brazil are key drivers of job creation and local development, supported by programs like Proampe and tax policy reforms.
Brazil's Economy Shows Modest 0.1% Growth in Q3 2025 Amid Signs of Slowdown
Brazil's economy grew by a modest 0.1% in Q3 2025, reflecting a slowdown driven by high interest rates and cautious fiscal policies despite positive employment and sectoral growth.
2025 Brazilian Tax Reform: Challenges and Opportunities for Small and Medium Businesses
Insights from recent events highlight the implications of Brazil's 2025 tax reform on SMEs, emphasizing productivity, constitutional support, and preparation for upcoming changes.
Brazil Launches Parliamentary Front to Boost Economic Modernization and Business Climate
Brazil has launched the Frente Parlamentar pela Melhoria do Ambiente de Negócios, a bipartisan initiative to modernize the economy and improve the business environment through regulatory reforms and enhanced public-private dialogue.
Digital Tools Empower Brazilian Entrepreneurs Through Innovative Workshops and Training
Two Brazilian initiatives use digital tools like TikTok and WhatsApp Business to provide free workshops and training, empowering small entrepreneurs to grow their businesses.
Women Entrepreneurs Fueling Brazil's Business Growth with Innovation and Leadership
Brazilian women entrepreneurs lead over a third of the nation's businesses, surpassing male-led firms in revenue and innovation, with key leaders highlighted during Women's Entrepreneurship Month.
MICBR+Ibero-América 2023: Over 2,500 Business Meetings to Link Brazil with 20 Ibero-American Countries
The MICBR+Ibero-América event in Fortaleza convenes hundreds of cultural entrepreneurs and international buyers aiming to foster over 2,500 business meetings and promote the creative economy across Brazil and Ibero-America.
Elea Data Centers Appoints Elena Winters to Lead International Expansion Amid Rising AI Demand in Brazil
Elea Data Centers appoints Elena Winters as VP of International Business to lead global expansion and AI infrastructure projects in Brazil.
Brazilian Micro and Small Businesses Struggle with Climate Resilience Amid Limited Insurance and Financing
Micro and small businesses in Brazil face significant climate vulnerability due to limited insurance coverage and scarce access to climate financing amid inadequate public policies.
Brazilian Institutions Expand Advanced Business Education with New MBA Opportunities in 2026
UFSCar and Faculdade Senac-RN introduce new MBA programs and showcase advanced business education initiatives for 2026 in Brazil.
European Business Schools Lead with New Sustainability Alliance and Emissions Transparency
European business schools form Aero alliance to lead sustainability efforts with improved carbon emissions reporting and practical environmental initiatives.
South Brazil Boosts Women's Entrepreneurship with Key Events in Praia Grande and Jaraguá do Sul
Key events in South Brazil celebrate and support women entrepreneurs, highlighting significant participation and new opportunities in Praia Grande and Jaraguá do Sul.
Post-COP30 Digital Boost in Pará Spurs Business Growth and Connectivity
Upgrades in Pará's digital infrastructure post-COP30 have enhanced connectivity and supported local business expansion, showcasing technology-driven growth in the region.
Brazil's Investment Landscape: Emerging Trends and Opportunities Amid Economic Challenges
Brazil's investment sector is evolving with technological advances and broader access to alternative assets, even as economic challenges persist.
New Digital Growth Method and Networking Event Boost Brazil's Business Innovation
In December 2025, Markanty Growth launches a pioneering digital growth method while the Conecta Networking event promotes entrepreneurial collaboration in Jundiaí.
Conecta Networking’s Special Edition to Propel Jundiaí’s Entrepreneurial Landscape
Jundiaí’s upcoming Conecta Networking special edition focuses on strengthening entrepreneurship via business connections and strategic training sessions on December 11.
Brazil's Economic Policy Faces Political Hurdles Amid New Railway Concession Reforms
Brazil advances new railway concession policies while confronting political obstacles that hinder effective economic reforms, highlighting the need for closer economic-political integration.
Brazil Among Latin America's Most Indebted Economies as Fiscal Challenges Mount in 2025
Brazil ranks as Latin America's sixth most indebted economy in 2025, grappling with high debt levels, inflation, and fiscal policy challenges.
Regional Brazilian Cities Drive Business Innovation with Expanded Support Events in 2025
Regional Brazilian cities Registro and Natal are spearheading business innovation and entrepreneurship through expanded fairs and forums featuring networking, training, and support services.
Brazil's Unemployment Rate Drops to 5.4%, Boosting Market Optimism
Brazil's unemployment rate hits its lowest point since 2012 at 5.4%, sparking optimism in financial markets amid high interest rates and strong job creation records.