The Brazilian stock market experienced a downturn on Thursday, breaking its three-day winning streak. The Ibovespa index fell by 0.73%, closing at 130,793.41 points, a decrease of 956.31 points. This decline occurred despite positive trends in international markets, highlighting the unique challenges facing Brazil’s economy. Vale, the mining giant, played a significant role in the […]
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