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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 Setembro 2025
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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 Maio 2025
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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
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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 Junho 2025
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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 Dezembro 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 Dezembro 2025
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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 Dezembro 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 Ibovespa index broke 164,000 points, up over 36% this year, with J.P. Morgan projecting 190,000 by 2026. Genial Investimentos reports the index trades at 9.4 times forward earnings, below its historical average. Over half of Ibovespa stocks are near 12-month highs, with foreign inflows driving gains. Local strategists warn stock selection is key as caution rises.
5 Dezembro 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.
15 Dezembro 2025
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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 Dezembro 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 Dezembro 2025
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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 Dezembro 2025
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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

The Ibovespa closed up 0.41% at 155,910.18 points in São Paulo on Tuesday, with R$ 20.5 billion traded. The Brazilian real strengthened, the dollar falling 0.35% to R$ 5.376. Long-term DI futures dropped, with January 2027 and 2029 contracts near 13.5% and 12.75%. The index is up 29.62% year-to-date and remains just below its record highs.
25 Novembro 2025
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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 Dezembro 2025
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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 Dezembro 2025
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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 Janeiro 2026
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Stock Market Today

No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

Nenhum cheque de estímulo de US$ 2.000 do IRS chegará em fevereiro de 2026 — mas discurso de Trump sobre “cheques das tarifas” mantém os rumores vivos

7 Fevereiro 2026
Nenhum novo cheque de estímulo federal está previsto para fevereiro de 2026; o IRS não anunciou pagamentos e o Congresso não aprovou medidas. Trump afirmou à NBC que avalia cheques de reembolso tarifário de US$ 2.000, mas sem compromisso ou prazo definido. O IRS alerta para golpes envolvendo promessas falsas de pagamentos.
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