In the first two months of 2024, Brazil’s exports to China surged by 49.1%. This growth, fueled by iron ore, oil, and soybean exports, contributed significantly to Brazil’s trade surplus. The Trade Indicator (Icomex) report from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation underscores the impact of these exports, attributing 43% of Brazil’s $11.9 billion surplus to trade […]
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