The Batista brothers, Joesley and Wesley, are two influential figures in Brazil’s business landscape, having built J&F into one of the country’s largest conglomerates. Their rise to prominence was marked by aggressive expansion and acquisitions, making them symbols of Brazil’s economic boom. However, in a shocking revelation in 2017, the brothers admitted to bribing hundreds […]
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