The finance minister will travel to Saudi Arabia and the UAE on Friday (14) for a schedule that includes meetings with local ministers and participation in an IMF conference.
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A report released by the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday (11) presents a projection of growth for the economy of the Arab country, mainly based on public investments, strong tourism, and the increase in natural gas production.
The outlook for this year points to expansion with controlled inflation, even amid rising domestic demand in the North African country.
At the Arab-Brazilian Chamber, BTG Pactual’s chief economist, Mansueto Almeida, analyzed the global scenario and highlights concerns about Brazil’s fiscal sector. Angela Martins, CEO for Latin America at First Abu Dhabi Bank, shared Arab investors’ perspective on the country.
With double-digit growth, Brazil’s franchise sector presented its performance for the past year and the challenges for 2025, as reported by the Brazilian Franchising Association (ABF).
The country has launched a program to renovate 75 units, divided into three phases, aiming to increase the appeal of rail transport as a travel option.
In 2024, Brazil exported USD 23.68 billion and imported USD 10.18 billion from the Arab countries. The trade flow reached USD 33.87 billion, with a trade balance surplus of USD 13.49 billion.
À frente do negócio há quatro décadas, Maristela Montesanti Calil Atallah trabalha ao lado do filho vendendo livros no Brasil e para outros países. Família tem origem libanesa.
Achieving high levels of productivity is one of the goals of the National Oil Corporation, according to recent discussions held at the company.
The institution will launch a financing program to increase the sector’s participation in the economy of the Arab country.
Even at a slower pace, inflation ended 2024 with a rise of 45.24%. A year earlier, prices had risen by over 200%.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reports that the country has adopted economic measures that foster growth beyond the oil sector.
Projection is included in the budget approved by the Senate. Exports and imports are also expected to grow this year compared to 2024.
A survey by UNCTAD indicates that investment flows reached USD 1.4 trillion last year, with a decline in volumes directed to Brazil and an increase to Egypt.

