Drausio Giacomelli, Deutsche Bank’s Chief Emerging Markets Strategist, notes that Brazil’s fiscal discussions and rising spending have led to global investor caution. This skepticism is limiting the flow of foreign capital into the country. In 2023, foreign direct investment (FDI) in Brazil’s production sector plummeted by 40%. Reports from the Central Bank highlight a decrease from last […]
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