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Brazil Housing Sector:
No sign of the carnival ending
Rising income levels, a stable economy, a national housing deficit of 6-8 million units, and a fledgling mortgage-lending industry have laid the foundation for the sustained, long-term growth of Brazil’s housing industry.
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Emerging Leaders:
José Graziano da Silva
The new chief of the Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO), José Graziano da Silva, has a lot on his plate, his appointment coming at a time when global food prices are rising rapidly and the world is looking up to the UN body to provide a recipe for boosting agricultural output with minimal environmental damage.
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Brazil Banking Sector:
Retail segment driving growth
In early 2009, Brazil entered a new era of credit-led growth, which has since led to a massive surge in the demand for loans, financial products, and nearly everything that is a source of revenue for banks.
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Americas Economic Review:
The unexpected downgrade of U.S. debt by rating agency S&P has worsened the economic outlook for the region, as most economic indicators now suggest a slowdown in activity. Consumer sentiment has turned more pessimistic and, in response, manufacturing activity is being scaled down.
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A Postcard from the Americas:
Brazil: Corporates in the classroom
Multinational companies operating in Brazil are facing the serious handicap of skilled manpower shortage. Many of these firms are heading to the classrooms to train and hire the best minds to expand their businesses.
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Green Report:
Brazil’s Belo Monte: The Quintessential competition between growth and sustainability
Brazil has started the construction of the Belo Monte, the world’s third-largest dam and hydropower project. The project is moving ahead cautiously as sensitive issues like ecological impact and relocation of Native Indians take center stage.
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