Brazil’s manufacturing industry has made significant strides in the global production landscape. The country jumped 30 positions in a year, reaching the 40th spot among 116 nations. This remarkable progress occurred between the second quarters of 2023 and 2024. The Brazilian manufacturing sector grew by 2.9% in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the […]
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