RT Staff Reporters
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Brazil’s Surge in Biopesticide Use Marks a Sustainable Agriculture Shift
Over the last five years, Brazil has witnessed a 45% yearly increase in biopesticide use.
This growth far exceeds the 6% seen in traditional agricultural...
Optimistic Inflation Data Triggers Drop in Brazil’s Rates
On Tuesday, Brazil witnessed a decline in its interest rate futures, with shorter-term contracts showing the most significant drops.
This change followed the release of...
Dollar Falls Amid Rising Commodities and U.S. Economic Data
On Tuesday, the U.S. dollar saw a near 1% drop against the Brazilian real as global commodity prices, like iron ore, climbed.
Investors were also...
Oil Prices Rise on Reports of Extended OPEC+ Production Cuts
Oil futures experienced a rise, driven by news that OPEC+ and its allies might prolong their voluntary output reductions into the next quarter.
This decision...
A Three-Day Wine Tour in Uruguay
Uruguay, known for its fine wines and beautiful scenery, invites wine lovers to a unique journey.
The country's geographic advantage has placed it among the...
Brazil Set to Lead Peanut Oil Exports in 2024
In 2023, Brazil ranked 12th in the world for peanut farming but led in peanut oil exports. By February 2024, industry leaders had gathered...
Ibovespa Gains Amid Challenges, Aided by Petrobras and Food Producers
The Ibovespa index started the week positively, overcoming a dip in Vale's shares and lackluster U.S. market performances.
On Monday, it rose 0.22% to 129,706.34...
U.S. Dollar Retreats After Three Days of Gains
The US dollar paused its three-day rally, falling against the Brazilian real on Monday.
This downturn mirrored the dollar's global retreat as markets braced for...
Sweden Joins NATO: A New Era of Security Dynamics
Sweden has taken a pivotal step by deciding to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), moving away from its long-standing neutral military position.
This...
Diesel Demand and Global Supply Shifts
On Monday, oil prices rose, pushed by Europe's growing demand for diesel amid Russian sanctions and shipping interruptions.
In the US, refinery production was down...
Condor’s Fresh Start in Brazil with Modern Jets
Before the pandemic, Condor flew to Recife and Fortaleza, drawing Germans to Brazil's summer. Now, it's back, using new Airbus A330neo jets.
These planes will...
Galapagos Adjusts Visitor Fees to Fund Island Preservation
The Galapagos Islands Governing Council has raised the entry fees for the archipelago.
Now, international visitors will pay $200 instead of $100, and those from...
Youth in China Turn Time Into Money by Offering Companionship
In Beijing, Yang, a 27-year-old blogger, met her first client in an IKEA store. For 125 yuan ($17) per hour, she provided him company,...
Dollar’s Rise Against Real: A Reflection of Global Trends
The U.S. dollar's rise against the Brazilian real, for three straight sessions, signals a broader trend.
This increase, by 0.83% to R$4.9935, points to the...