Brazil’s economy performed better than expected last year, expanding almost 3%. But in 2024 the outlook is more complex, as last year’s sources of growth are not expected to perform in the same way. There is also a tug of war inside the Lula administration about public spending and government oversight in national oil company Petrobras. In this episode we assess Latin America’s largest economy from an investment perspective and look at the politics behind recent government decisions and what is to come. Our guest is Mário Braga, a senior analyst for Brazil at Control Risks consultancy firm.
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Guests:
Mário Braga is senior analyst for Brazil at Control Risks consultancy
Host:
Brian Winter is the editor-in-chief of Americas Quarterly
If you would like to know more:
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A Balancing Act for Brazil’s Foreign Policy by Fernanda Magnotta
The Pioneer at the Head of Banco do Brasil by Luiza Franco
The Problem-Solving Entrepreneurs in Brazil’s Favelas by Brian Winter
