Brazil’s export sector saw a remarkable surge in April 2024, driven by significant shipments of petroleum, unroasted coffee, and soybean meal. The Foreign Trade Indicator (Icomex) at the Getulio Vargas Foundation (Ibre/FGV) reported a 46.2% increase in exports to the European Union. This surge occurred in April 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. […]
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