BlackRock, the world’s leading asset management firm, has identified Brazil as a prominent investment destination for 2024. This interest aligns with the expected U.S. interest rate cuts and China’s real estate liquidity crisis. Despite some fiscal policy challenges, Brazil stands out for its potential in fixed-income and currency markets. The U.S. Federal Reserve hints at […]
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