Latest articles from Brazil

André Esteves

February 2, 2009

The former UBS banker talks about his solo venture to create BTG, a Brazilian trading house-cum-merchant bank based in São Paulo. Writer John Rumsey.

Gearing up for the lean times

December 1, 2008

After the giddy levels of flotation activity seen in Brazil in recent years, even usually optimistic bankers are not anticipating much new IPO business before the second half of 2009, at the earliest. Writer John Rumsey.

Oil and water

November 3, 2008

The prospect of government meddling in the Tupi offshore fields has caused much alarm – but not for Petrobras, says CFO Almir Guilherme Barbassa. Writer Courtney Fingar.

Brazilian banks dominate Latin listings

November 3, 2008

In terms of aggregates, the key Latin American banks have grown significantly this year and Brazil is remaining at the forefront with impressive pre-tax profits. Writer Stephen Timewell.

Brazil’s Central Bank sides with consumers

September 1, 2008

Brazil’s banks are coming to terms with new regulations on the tariffs they levy on consumers. Writer Michael Imeson.

Derivatives grow up fast in Brazil

August 4, 2008

After the merger of Brazil’s stock and derivatives exchanges, the country’s range of derivatives is fast expanding. John Rumsey reports.

Battered but still buoyant

April 7, 2008

Despite the subprime crisis affecting many areas of Brazil’s capital markets, commodity prices continue to boom, foreign investment remains strong and an investment grade rating is imminent, says Brian Caplen.

Santander shakes up Brazil’s banking elite

January 2, 2008

Santander’s takeover of ABN Amro Banco Real has changed Brazil’s banking landscape, but the integration process may not be easy. John Rumsey reports.

conquistador

November 5, 2007

Despite infrastructure issues and a lack of scenery, São Paulo has seen off local rivals and is emerging as the region’s pre-eminent financial centre. John Rumsey explains.

Brazil: local developments

August 1, 2007

The tough attitude of the Russian government is in contrast with the softer tones in Brazil and India, where a number of PPP projects are being developed.

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