A nurse in Los Angeles sends part of her paycheck home through a stablecoin wallet. Within minutes, her mother in Guadalajara receives pesos via SPEI. Meanwhile in São Paulo, a…
Category: Brazil
China’s BYD Revolutionizes Brazil’s Electric Vehicle Market
In the industrial heart of Bahia, an idle factory once owned by Ford was revived in 2022, and the assembly lines began rolling again, not for gasoline-powered cars, but electric…
Brazil Fintech Evolution: From Open Banking to Pix Crédito
Brazil’s fintech sector has undergone a significant transformation, driven by digital innovation and regulatory advancements. Back in 2021, I interviewed Carlos Kazuo Missao, then director of the GFT Group in…
H&M in Brazil: Sustainable Strategy or Just “Greenwashing”?
H&M has just announced the opening of their first store in Brazil in 2025, with plans to open physical stores and online shopping first in the major cities of the…
BRICS and the Push for De-Dollarization: Why Now?
South Africa, the host of this year’s BRICS Summit 2023, has gained global attention in the international press more than ever. The leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South…
The Walmart Journey in Brazil: A Tale of Rise, Decline, and Acquisition
In 1995, Walmart, the American retail giant, stepped into Brazil. It was a journey full of highs and lows, and it is somehow a cautionary tale for brands entering an…
Brazil’s Fintech Surge Paves Way for Crypto and CBDC Real Digital
In our latest podcast episode, I interviewed Aaron Stanley, founder of the Brazil Crypto Report (a newsletter and also a podcast) about the ever growing fintech and cryptocurrency sectors in…
Brazil & Mexico: The Future of Convenience Stores in Latin America
Convenience stores (or c-stores) in Latin America have been expanding consistently in recent years. Due to shifting consumer preferences, urbanization, and the rising demand for products that can be used…
Digital Healthcare in Brazil: Predicted Growth and Key Challenges
The revenue in Brazil’s Digital Health market is projected to reach US$3.17bn in 2023, according to Statista. In global comparison, most revenue will be generated in China (US$55,050.00m in 2023). …
Latin America: Progress and Challenges for Gender Equality and Reproductive Rights
Latin America is a region of contrasts when it comes to gender equality and reproductive rights. While progress has been made in some areas, significant challenges remain. Let’s take a…
