The energy sector in Brazil is in the spotlight, and privatization efforts have gained momentum recently despite the Lula government’s desire to prevent it. Amidst this backdrop, the Companhia Paranaense de Energia (Copel), a key player in the industry, was privatized through an auction on Brazil’s B3 stock exchange on Tuesday. This strategic move generated […]
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