As the build-up to 2014 FIFA World Cup and 2016 Rio Olympics gathers pace, the spotlight rests firmly on Brazil. Once the secret of a select few adventurous holiday home buyers attracted by the year-round sunshine, amazing food, deserted beaches and party atmosphere, Brazil is now topping the list for... more »

By January 2010, following an appearance on national TV and rave reviews in the ‘Tribuna do Norte’ newspaper, every one of São Miguel do Gostoso’s 18 pousadas was fully booked for New Year 2010/11. Once an undiscovered secret, this northeast Brazilian town simply cannot cope with demand. The developers of... more »

“Brazil is emerging from the crisis, and next year we are going to have surprising growth” President Lula da Silva said last month. A bold but not inaccurate statement. There’s enough evidence to suggest that Brazil is amongst the first to rebound from the economic slump in an emphatic manner.... more »

Dawnay Day AV Analytics’ latest weekly global equity report along with a detailed analysis of the Brazilian market focusing on the economic indicators, stock market movement and the sector breakdown. more »