Category: Economy
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Streaming Makes Brazil the Ninth Largest Music Market in the World
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In 2023, Brazil ranked ninth among the top ten music markets in the world – a remarkable performance driven mainly by streaming. Last year, the Brazilian music market generated R$ 2.864 billion, a 13.4% increase compared to the previous year. The data is included in the report released on Thursday (21) by Pro-Música, an entity…
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Brazil and France Sign Commitment to Protect the Amazon
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During his first day of visit to Brazil on Tuesday (March 26), French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized, in the presence of President Lula, the plans of both governments to establish a binational conservation unit encompassing Brazil and French Guiana – the French overseas territory that borders Brazil in the state of Amapá. The unit will…
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Brazil and France Sign Commitment to Protect the Amazon
On his first day of visiting Brazil, on Tuesday (March 26), President Emmanuel Macron emphasized, in the presence of President Lula, the plans of both governments to establish a binational conservation unit encompassing Brazil and French Guiana — the French overseas territory that borders the Brazilian state of Amapá. The unit would serve as a…
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Historic Record: International Tourism Injects US$ 6.9 Billion into the Brazilian Economy in 2023
International tourists visiting Brazil in 2023 left a record amount of US$ 6.9 billion in the country, according to the Central Bank of Brazil. This figure exceeds the highest revenue from international tourism recorded in 2014, the year Brazil hosted the FIFA World Cup, by 1.5%. A decade ago, foreign visitors contributed a total of…
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Americans are mass exodus from big cities, according to Census Bureau data
Nearly 80,000 people left New York City last year, according to the latest data from the Census Bureau. The motivation for many is that rents in big cities are very high, and people are seeking a more affordable lifestyle. And only half of those who remain plan to continue living in the city over the…
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In the U.S., The Future of the Automotive Industry Is Electric
The Biden administration announced on Wednesday (20) a new regulation that limits car exhaust emissions, charting a path away from the combustion engine and towards a future with electric and hybrid cars.What do you need to know about this measure?1. It’s a big step in the fight against climate changeIn terms of reducing greenhouse gas…
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Record Number of Wealthy Americans Seeking Alternative Citizenship
An investment immigration consultancy claims it is recording a record number of wealthy Americans seeking ways to obtain residency rights abroad or additional citizenships. Mehdi Kadiri, head of Henley & Partners, said that in 2023 he saw more Americans inquiring about residency and citizenship by investment than in any other year, breaking the record set…
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International Tourists Spent US$ 800.6 Billion in Brazil in January 2024, a Record Amount
International tourists who visited Brazil spent US$ 800.6 million in the country in January 2024, according to the Central Bank (BC). This amount is the highest ever recorded and 1.5% higher than the revenue accumulated in 2014, the year Brazil hosted the FIFA World Cup. The president of the Brazilian Tourism Agency, Marcelo Freixo, celebrated…
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Buying Your First Home in New York City? Find Out If You Qualify for $100,000 in Credit
If you are looking for your first residential property in New York City, you may receive up to $100,000 to cover the down payment or closing costs as part of the “Home First Down Payment Assistance Program.” The first step is to find out if you are eligible. Below are the eligibility rules, according to…
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Brazilian Women Making a Difference in 2024
In celebration of International Women’s Month, the Embassy and Consulates of the United States in Brazil announce the six Brazilian women who have been honored with the 2024 Brazilian Women Making a Difference Award. These women have stood out in their communities, demonstrating boldness and pioneering spirit in various causes, reflecting the experience, strength, and…