After seven years, Brazil is set to regain its position as the world’s eighth-largest economy in 2024. IBGE’s June 4th Q1 2024 data (0.8% growth) suggests Brazil will regain its position as the world’s 8th largest economy, according to São Paulo-based Austin Ratings. The rating agency cites IMF projections that estimate Brazil’s GDP at US$2.331 […]
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