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How expensive are products made in Brazil?

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Hildete Vodopives

Brazilian products are on average 34.2% more expensive than a similar product made somewhere else. What are the reasons? The Brazil cost, followed by the appreciation of the Brazilian Real, explain the economic stagnation the country is facing. Those are … Continue reading →

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Brazil is a promising new frontier for Canadian dealmakers, says PwC report

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Hildete Vodopives

Opportunities in Brazil for Canadians. That is what brings us the PwC new report.  A number of emerging deal drivers suggest that transacting with Brazil will be a promising new frontier for Canadian dealmakers.   “The time is right for … Continue reading →

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U.S. Venture Capital Industry Expected To Shrink While Emerging Markets Grow

Posted on July 14, 2010 by Janar Wasito

This is directly relevant to the article that Hildete Vodopives posted earlier on this blog on the topic of technology investment in Brazil. Link to article on influential tech blog, techcrunch Study: U.S. Venture Capital Industry Expected To Shrink While … Continue reading →

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Brazilians acquisitions abroad top Multinationals buying in Brazil, says Estadão

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Hildete Vodopives

The good shape of Brazilian companies turned them into buyers globally. This year, the balance of acquisitions is positive to Brazil.  Favored by a strong currency they are going shopping everywhere in the world. But it is not all. Most important is … Continue reading →

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Brazilian Multinational Vale deal with Norway

Posted on June 5, 2010 by Janar Wasito

This article highlights the role of Brazilian multinational firms in global transactions. An acquisition in aluminium Vale of the trolls May 6th 2010 From The Economist print edition A deal with Norway marks a change of course for a Brazilian … Continue reading →

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