Category Archives: Economy

Turning Brazil into an agricultural powerhouse

Posted on July 27, 2018 by

The challenge of feeding a growing population was in the center of Malthus problem theory.  This large subject will be addressed by a panel during the World Economic History Congress in Boston. Our group will discuss the history of food … Continue reading →

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Brazilian currency boosted by lower inflation in the U.S.

Posted on October 17, 2017 by

  While domestic turbulences remain, the Brazilian currency experiences a relief thanks to an external factor. Itau-BBA’s report indicates that emerging market currencies were favoured by lower-than-estimated inflation in the U.S. According to the Brazilian investment bank, the good news … Continue reading →

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How joining OECD affects Brazilian business?

Posted on June 10, 2017 by

Brazil made a formal application to join OECD. Getting into the club, at last and no longer an outsider. What changed? Raising the bar This week Minister of Finance Henrique Meirelles was in Paris for the OECD Forum. He participated … Continue reading →

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World to halt investments in Brazil? Not Marriott.

Posted on November 23, 2015 by

Just came across this piece saying that Marriott will keep its plans to invest in Brazil despite the economic situation and political uncertainties. Worth debating.. Why Marriott Still Plans Expansion in Brazil, Regardless of Economic Woes A Marriott VP of … Continue reading →

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Brazil on the World Economic History Congress (Kyoto 2015)

Posted on August 19, 2015 by

Economic historians from around the world met in Kyoto from 3 to 7 of August. As a major event, it is a good thermometer on what is driving the attention of the academic community. How did Brazil do? Taking an objective … Continue reading →

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