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How expensive are products made in Brazil?

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 the findings of a recent study prepared by the Federation of Industries of the StateContinue reading “How expensive are products made in Brazil?”

How difficult is it to hire in Brazil? The EDF view

A room full of lawyers and business executives gathered in Paris to discuss protectionism in Brazil. Heavy weights companies like EDF, SAFRAN and Credit Agricole among others, brought their experience in day-to-day issues. Guillaume de FORCEVILLE, new markets director of EDF, said it was not difficult to find qualified workers in the energy sector. HisContinue reading “How difficult is it to hire in Brazil? The EDF view”

Business opportunities in Rio unveiled

London Olympic Games. Rio Conferences will present opportunities in strategic sectors of the city from July 25th to August 12th for more than 540 companies. Organized by Rio Negocios, the conferences are supported by companies like the Brazilian bank Bradesco and the German airline Lufthansa. Audiovisual, High Tech, Energy and Business of Sports will be the topicsContinue reading “Business opportunities in Rio unveiled”

Rio set to attract international investors during London Olympics

Or should we say: Rio takes off? The city of Rio de Janeiro’s investment promotion agency – Rio Negocios – will hold events to attract global investments to the region during the London 2012 Olympics. The agenda in London includes a series of sector-based panels and networking events followed by a roadshow in some European cities. IContinue reading “Rio set to attract international investors during London Olympics”

Tourism in Brazil: could it do better?

Brazil is the 39th destination on a ranking for international tourists, according to World Tourism Organization (WTO). The country received 5.1 million visitors in 2010. A shame if compared to other BRICs: China (81 million), Russia (23.7 million) and India (5.3 million). So the question – could it do better? – has an easy answer. Huge YES.Continue reading “Tourism in Brazil: could it do better?”