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The Banking & Insurance sector – often referred to as the lifeblood of the real economy – is of vital importance in the modern credit-driven economic growth model. Among its functions are intermediation between savers and borrowers, ensuring funds are allocated efficiently; support of payment and settlement systems that facilitate trade and international economic relations; and provision of various products that mitigate risk and uncertainty. The accelerating pace of technological change, stricter regulation and shifting consumer habits are reshaping the traditional banking model and pushing the sector towards innovation-led growth.
Activities associated with Banking & Insurance are depositary and non-depositary credit intermediation and related activities, investment banking, securities brokerage, commodity contracts dealing and diverse financial investment activities. The sector also includes insurers, re-insurers and insurance brokerages, pension funds, health and welfare funds, monetary authorities, stock exchanges, and collection and credit agencies.
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In Q1 2024, Brazil's total insurance premium income grew by 13.1% y/y, reaching BRL 178.3bn, driven by the strong expansion of the country's economy, with real GDP rising by a seasonally-adjusted 2.1% y/y during the quarter. Life insurance premium ...
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In Q1 2024, sales of new motor vehicles in Brazil stood at 514,571 units, increasing by 9.1% y/y but falling by 24.2% against the previous quarter. Passenger cars were the largest segment with a market share of 73.2% in Q1 2024, followed by light ...
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In 2023 and 2024 economic activity in Latin America moderated after the post-pandemic rebound in 2022, and according to the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America (ECLAC) the region's GDP is expected to grow by 2.1% in real terms in ...
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Brazil's transport infrastructure sector has seen an influx of private players following several waves of privatisation that began in the late 1990s, continued by specific actions promoted by the federal government to attract private investments. ...
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Brazil is one of the largest motor vehicle manufacturers and leading automotive markets in the world. The Brazilian motor vehicle industry specialises in the production of passenger cars, with the domestic market the main focus. However, the industry ...
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The Brazilian education sector is in the midst of a dynamic transformation, characterised by significant growth and the increasing integration of technology. The private sector has emerged as a dominant force, particularly in the realms of higher ...
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Brazil's wood and paper sector is a key contributor to the nation's economy, benefiting from natural advantages that enhance its global competitiveness without the need for fiscal incentives. Factors such as favourable climate conditions, ...
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