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Brazil’s Space Industry Is Taking Off: New Players, Big Plans, and a Sky-High 2040 Outlook

Brazil’s Space Industry Is Taking Off: New Players, Big Plans, and a Sky-High 2040 Outlook

Key Facts Historical Development of Brazil’s Space & Satellite Industry Brazil’s space journey began in the early 1960s amid the space race era. In 1961, the government formed its first space research group (GOCNAE) and by 1964 started launching home-grown Sonda sounding rockets for high-atmosphere research en.wikipedia.org. Over the next two decades, Brazil methodically built up expertise in rocketry and satellite technology, albeit under military oversight during the Cold War. A milestone plan, the Missão Espacial Completa Brasileira (MECB) launched in 1980, aimed to make Brazil self-sufficient in space tech – including developing launch vehicles, a launch site, and a
16 septiembre 2025
Brazil’s Digital Divide: The Real Story Behind Internet Access and the Race to Connect Everyone

Brazil’s Digital Divide: The Real Story Behind Internet Access and the Race to Connect Everyone

As of 2023, about 88% of Brazilians aged 10 or older used the internet, equal to roughly 164 million people. In 2023, about 92.5% of Brazilian households had internet access. Regional disparities exist, with the Central-West around 91% online in 2023 while the North and Northeast hovered around 85%. Fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) has surged, and by late 2024 fiber accounted for about 77% of fixed broadband subscriptions, with about 41.3 million fiber connections out of roughly 53 million fixed lines. 4G coverage is virtually universal, with 4G available in all 5,570 municipalities and over 98% of the population covered. The November
29 mayo 2025
Brazil’s Drone Laws 2025: Ultimate Guide to Regulations, Rules & Penalties

Brazil’s Drone Laws 2025: Ultimate Guide to Regulations, Rules & Penalties

ANAC is Brazil’s primary regulator for drones, issuing RBAC-E No. 94 and overseeing registrations, pilot licensing, and airworthiness certification. DECEA manages airspace and flight permissions through the SARPAS system, including required distances from airports of 5.4 km at low altitude and about 9 km when flying up to 120 m. ANATEL regulates drone radio equipment and requires ANATEL certification labels on controllers and transmitters, with non-certified gear subject to fines or seizure. Drones in Brazil are classified by weight into Class 3 up to 25 kg, Class 2 from 25 kg to 150 kg, and Class 1 above 150 kg.
16 agosto 2025
Drone Laws in Brazil

Drone Laws in Brazil

Brazil regulates drones through ANAC, DECEA, and ANATEL, distinguishing recreational model aircraft from non-recreational RPAs while applying many core rules to both. Drones must maintain a 30-meter horizontal distance from uninvolved people, and a single pilot may operate only one drone at a time. Recreational users can fly model aircraft with no minimum age, and drones below 250 grams require no license or registration. Flying above 400 feet (120 meters) triggers licensing and rating requirements, so hobbyists typically stay under 120 meters and within visual line of sight. All RPA pilots must be at least 18 years old; lightweight RPA
29 junio 2025
São Paulo Stock Exchange (B3) Outlook: Ibovespa Near 158,000 After Brazil’s 2026 Budget Approval as Selic Rate-Cut Bets and Election Politics Drive 2026 Forecasts

São Paulo Stock Exchange (B3) Outlook: Ibovespa Near 158,000 After Brazil’s 2026 Budget Approval as Selic Rate-Cut Bets and Election Politics Drive 2026 Forecasts

Brazil’s Ibovespa closed higher for a second day on Friday at 158,473.02, but ended the week down 1.4%. Trading was volatile, with banks like Itaú Unibanco and Bradesco leading gains and R$32.3 billion in volume. Congress approved the 2026 budget, projecting a primary surplus of 34.5 billion reais, the first under Lula’s current term. Investors remain focused on interest rate timing and political risks.
20 diciembre 2025
MercadoLibre (MELI) Stock News: Investment-Grade Upgrade, Brazil Free Shipping Push, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

MercadoLibre (MELI) Stock News: Investment-Grade Upgrade, Brazil Free Shipping Push, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

MercadoLibre shares last traded at $2,005.71, up $8.04, with a market cap near $101 billion as U.S. exchanges closed for the weekend. Moody’s upgraded the company to investment grade in mid-December, citing stable outlook. Investors await Monday’s Nasdaq open amid thin holiday liquidity and ongoing CEO transition, logistics expansion, and regulatory developments.
27 diciembre 2025
São Paulo Stock Exchange (B3) Outlook: Ibovespa Edges Up, Petrobras Strike and Global Cues Set the Tone for Brazil’s Final 2025 Sessions

São Paulo Stock Exchange (B3) Outlook: Ibovespa Edges Up, Petrobras Strike and Global Cues Set the Tone for Brazil’s Final 2025 Sessions

Brazil’s Ibovespa closed up 0.12% Friday, with CPFL Energia hitting a record high and Braskem and Cosan also rising. Companhia Brasileira de Distribuição, Totvs, and Rede D’Or lagged. Petrobras faces continued strike risk after a major union rejected a settlement offer; production remains unaffected, Petrobras said. The index ended near 160,855 points.
28 diciembre 2025
Best Stocks to Buy on the Brazil Stock Market Today (December 5, 2025)

Best Stocks to Buy on the Brazil Stock Market Today (December 5, 2025)

Brazil’s stock market is closing 2025 near all‑time highs, but major banks and brokerages still see room for selective upside in 2026. The Ibovespa has recently broken through the 164,000‑point region, delivering gains of more than 36% this year, while J.P. Morgan’s base case now projects the index at 190,000 points in 2026 – about 18% above current levels. Money Times+1 At the same time, Brazil remains one of the few large emerging markets trading at a discount to its own history and to peers. Genial Investimentos estimates the Ibovespa is at about 9.4x forward earnings, versus a long‑term average
5 diciembre 2025
Equinox Gold Corp Stock (EQX) in Focus After $1.015 Billion Brazil Mine Sale to CMOC: Latest News, Forecasts, and Key Levels to Watch (Dec. 15, 2025)

Equinox Gold Corp Stock (EQX) in Focus After $1.015 Billion Brazil Mine Sale to CMOC: Latest News, Forecasts, and Key Levels to Watch (Dec. 15, 2025)

Equinox Gold Corp agreed to sell its Brazil operations to a CMOC Group subsidiary for $1.015 billion, including $900 million upfront and up to $115 million contingent on production. Shares traded near $14.70 on Monday after the news. The deal is expected to close in Q1 2026, pending regulatory approvals in Brazil and China. Equinox plans to focus on North American assets.
São Paulo Stock Exchange (B3) Today: Ibovespa Holds Near 161,000 as Petrobras Strike and Brazil Rate-Cut Debate Set the Tone for Next Week

São Paulo Stock Exchange (B3) Today: Ibovespa Holds Near 161,000 as Petrobras Strike and Brazil Rate-Cut Debate Set the Tone for Next Week

Brazil’s Ibovespa closed up 0.27% at 160,896.64 on Friday, led by utilities and domestic stocks. CPFL Energia hit an all-time high, while Petrobras faced ongoing strike action after a union rejected a deal to end a 12-day protest. Implied volatility for Brazil equities edged higher. Former President Jair Bolsonaro endorsed his son Flávio for the 2026 presidential race, surprising markets.
27 diciembre 2025
Nu Holdings (NU) Stock Update: Brazil Banking-License Push, Colombia’s 4M Milestone, and Key Catalysts for the Week Ahead (Updated Dec. 12, 2025)

Nu Holdings (NU) Stock Update: Brazil Banking-License Push, Colombia’s 4M Milestone, and Key Catalysts for the Week Ahead (Updated Dec. 12, 2025)

Nu Holdings (NYSE: NU) closed Dec. 12, 2025, at about $16.90, recovering after a 5.38% drop on Dec. 5 and ending the week up 1.2%. The company disclosed plans to seek a full banking license in Brazil by 2026, citing regulatory changes. Bloomberg reported Nu may consider acquiring a small Brazilian bank, with Banco Digimais named as a possible target. Nubank serves over 110 million customers in Brazil.
14 diciembre 2025
Mosaic Stock (NYSE: MOS) Slides on Brazil Phosphate Curtailments, Belarus Potash Sanctions Shift, and a Saskatchewan Mine Incident

Mosaic Stock (NYSE: MOS) Slides on Brazil Phosphate Curtailments, Belarus Potash Sanctions Shift, and a Saskatchewan Mine Incident

Mosaic shares fell 5.6% to $23.46 after the company idled SSP fertilizer production at two Brazilian sites due to a sharp sulfur price spike and reported a fatal accident at its K3 mine in Canada. The moves come as U.S. sanctions relief for Belarus potash raised fresh supply concerns, pressuring fertilizer stocks.
17 diciembre 2025
Ibovespa Today: Brazil’s Stock Market Climbs on Fed Cut Bets, Central Bank Signals and Commodities – November 25, 2025

Ibovespa Today: Brazil’s Stock Market Climbs on Fed Cut Bets, Central Bank Signals and Commodities – November 25, 2025

Brazil’s benchmark stock index, the Ibovespa, extended its recent winning streak this Tuesday, November 25, 2025, closing higher as investors cheered prospects of interest‑rate cuts abroad and at home, strong performances from miners and banks, and a firmer Brazilian real. By the closing bell in São Paulo, the Ibovespa rose 0.41% to 155,910.18 points, after oscillating between an intraday low of 154,821.35 and a high of 156,373.21 points, with roughly R$ 20.5 billion in cash volume traded.InfoMoney That leaves the index: With this move, the Ibovespa remains only a few thousand points below its recent record highs above 158,000 points
25 noviembre 2025
Apple Stock (AAPL) Today: Price Near $274 as Brazil App Store Deal, Italy Antitrust Fine, and “Siri 2.0” Forecasts Define the 2026 Outlook

Apple Stock (AAPL) Today: Price Near $274 as Brazil App Store Deal, Italy Antitrust Fine, and “Siri 2.0” Forecasts Define the 2026 Outlook

Apple agreed to allow third-party app stores and alternative payment methods on iOS in Brazil to settle a case with antitrust regulator CADE, with 105 days to comply. Apple stock closed at $274.29 on December 24, up 0.7% in light holiday trading. The NYSE ended the session early at 1 p.m. ET ahead of Christmas. Market cap stood near $4.05 trillion.
24 diciembre 2025
Valaris Limited Stock (NYSE: VAL) Slides on Dec. 16, 2025 as Shell Brazil Deal, Backlog, and Analyst Targets Come Into Focus

Valaris Limited Stock (NYSE: VAL) Slides on Dec. 16, 2025 as Shell Brazil Deal, Backlog, and Analyst Targets Come Into Focus

Valaris shares fell about 8% Tuesday, trading in the high-$40s after a multi-year drillship contract award from Shell offshore Brazil. The contract, announced Dec. 11, is valued at roughly $300 million and starts in 2027. The stock remains well above its 52-week low but is down sharply from recent highs. No single negative headline drove the selloff.
16 diciembre 2025
Nu Holdings stock price jumps as Nubank claims Brazil’s No.2 spot and signs Mercedes F1 deal

Nu Holdings stock price jumps as Nubank claims Brazil’s No.2 spot and signs Mercedes F1 deal

Nu Holdings shares rose 3.6% to $17.86 Thursday after Nubank reported surpassing 112 million customers in Brazil, making it the country’s second-largest financial institution by customer count. The company also announced a multi-year sponsorship deal with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One team ahead of the 2026 season. Investors are watching for fourth-quarter results on Feb. 25.
22 enero 2026
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Salesforce stock tries to stabilize after AI “software-mageddon” — Feb. 25 earnings is the next test

Las acciones de Salesforce intentan estabilizarse tras el “software-magedón” de la IA: el próximo test serán los resultados del 25 de febrero

7 febrero 2026
Las acciones de Salesforce subieron un 0,1% a $190,07 el viernes tras una semana de caída del 9%. El sector software perdió $1 billón en valor desde el 28 de enero, y el índice S&P 500 de software y servicios bajó 4,6% el jueves. Salesforce presentará resultados el 25 de febrero. La presión proviene de la rápida integración de nuevas herramientas de IA como Claude Opus 4.6 de Anthropic.
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