AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS–Brazil Trade War: The U.S. will start a 25% tariff on most Brazilian imports from July 22, with beef, coffee and some items exempted, escalating a broader Section 301 push; Brazil’s Lula says the move lacks justification. Uber’s Latin America Footprint: Uber agreed to buy Delivery Hero for $14.8bn (€41.50/share), combining Uber Eats with Delivery Hero brands across 99 countries, including Latin America’s PedidosYa. Fintech Investment: Tether invested $20m in Argentina’s neobank Ualá as part of a $197m funding round, signaling long-term bets on regulated financial rails. E-commerce in Brazil: VIVAMOMENTO launched VIVA FLASH in Brazil, betting on interactive, loyalty-led shopping as customer acquisition costs rise and loyalty weakens. Aviation Demand Watch: IATA data shows premium travel is growing, with Latin America posting the strongest rise in business/first-class passengers (+22.1% to 4m). Disaster Update (Venezuela): Venezuela’s earthquake death toll climbed to 4,829 as recovery continues and thousands remain displaced. Sports Meets Politics (Argentina/Falklands): FIFA faces calls for Argentina sanctions after players displayed a Falklands banner, reigniting tensions with the UK.
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