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A survey conducted by Foundation Getulio Vargas points to a downward trend in investment by Brazilian enterprises throughout this year. The companies polled boast US$ 227 billion in combined revenues.

According to the National Federation of industry, Brazilian companies are increasingly targeting the national market as opposed to exports. Export revenues fall short of inputs’ imports.

Brazil’s ports secretariat hopes the Federal Court of Auditors approves tender studies at facilities in Santos and Pará by late March. According to the minister, technical issues have already been solved.

In an event in the North-American capital, the World Affairs Council – Washington DC honours sheikha Moza bint Nasser, from Qatar Foundation, and Brazilian ambassador in the US, Mauro Vieira.

In all, 136 billion litres were sold in 2013. The figure comprises diesel, biodiesel, gasoline, ethanol, fuel oil, aviation kerosene, liquefied petroleum gas, and compressed natural gas.

Team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) meets with local authorities and claims country had ‘broad’ growth last year. The use of public funds, however, needs adjustment.