Brazil’s C6 Bank Agrees to Buy Alymente in Benefits Push
C6 Bank agreed to buy Alymente, moving into Brazil's corporate benefits market. The price was not disclosed by either company.
September 5, 2026Section
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CSN Names New Chief Executive in Brazil
CSN's new chief executive, Fabio Schvartsman, took over on September 3, 2026. He previously led Vale during the Brumadinho disaster.
September 5, 2026
São Paulo Builder You,Inc Faces Negative Equity
São Paulo developer You,Inc reported negative equity of R$312.7 million (about US$61 million) and delayed deliveries, leaving buyers waiting.
September 5, 2026
Brazil Regulator Approves Oi Fixed-Line Sale With Conditions
Anatel approved the Oi fixed-line sale to Método for US$11.8 million. Conditions protect customers and keep services running to 2028.
September 5, 2026
Brazil Court Fines Ex-Governor Cabral Over Prison Perks
A Rio court fined ex-governor Cabral over privileges he obtained in prison. The improbity ruling adds penalties but no fresh...
September 5, 2026
Brazil Senate Delays 6×1 Work Week Vote
Brazil's Senate delays the 6x1 work week vote until after elections. The PEC would cut weekly hours to 40 and...
September 5, 2026
Brazil’s AGU Refuses a Police Bid Against a Supreme Court Judge
Brazil's AGU refused a Federal Police request to challenge Justice Mendonca in the Banco Master case, saying it has no...
September 5, 2026
XP Cuts Brazil Growth Forecast for 2026 to 1.7%
XP cuts Brazil growth forecast for 2026 to 1.7% and sees Selic at 13.25%. What this means for mortgages, savings,...
September 5, 2026
Brazil Leads Latin America Election Supercycle as Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Face October Vote
Latin America elections 2026 delivered a rightward shift in Colombia and Peru, with Brazil's October vote now the key test...
September 5, 2026