ANP imposes more than R$ 700 million in fines on distributors for abusive prices
The agency says it found unjustified margin increases of up to 4,000% and sends 11 cases to Cade; remaining cases will go to consumer protection agencies (Procons).
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10 storiesAutomakers ask US Congress for permanent ban on Chinese cars
The association that includes GM, Volkswagen, Toyota and others wants a vote this year and cites a national security risk, according to Reuters.
Disney weighs laying off thousands and asks for 20% cost cut
According to Bloomberg, cited by g1, managers were given a target to reduce annual expenses; the number of layoffs has not yet been set.
Nov 02 · 11:03
Greece closes purchase of three Embraer KC-390 cargo aircraft
The deal announced Monday includes an option for three more aircraft; first delivery is set for 2027, g1 reports.
Nov 02 · 10:47
China's US farm purchases fall to lowest level in seven years
Beijing bought US$ 7.2 billion in American products, excluding soybeans, through September, well below the annual target of US$ 17 billion, Reuters reports.
Nov 02 · 10:36
Milei's trade opening drives bankruptcies and erodes government popularity
About 32,300 companies have closed in Argentina since December 2023, and economists see a recession in the third quarter, Folha reports.
Oct 31 · 15:47
Chilli Beans files for out-of-court reorganization to renegotiate R$ 340 million
The eyewear and watch chain joins the list of 13 companies that turned to restructuring in 2026; retail accounts for most cases.
Oct 30 · 13:15
Missouri jury rules in Bayer's favor in Roundup herbicide case
Three women alleged they developed cancer after using the product; it is the first such ruling since the company's Supreme Court victory.
Oct 29 · 16:31
Bunge shuts down ammonia plant in Argentina
The company cites a plant more than 50 years old and market changes; the Campana unit produced fertilizer inputs.
Oct 28 · 18:06
Raízen strikes R$ 22.4 billion deal with the federal government and gets R$ 8.5 billion discount
The understanding with the PGFN and the tax agency is necessary for the company's financial restructuring; it has net debt of R$ 55.3 billion.