Podcast about the subject Listen on Spotify
Ibovespa reaches new all-time high.
The Ibovespa, the main index of the São Paulo Stock Exchange (B3), closed the trading session on November 11, 2025, at 157,748.60 points, registering its 15th consecutive rise, the longest streak since 1994. During the day, the index reached 158,467.21 points, surpassing the marks of 156,000, 157,000 and 158,000 points for the first time in a few minutes after opening. The performance reflects investor optimism in the face of slowing inflation in Brazil, which in October was 0.09%, the lowest level for the month since 1998, and the expectation of interest rate cuts in the country. The dollar closed lower, quoted at R$ 5.2746, falling 0.62% against the real.[2][8].
Assaí announces R$ investment of 700 million for 2026
In a strategic move to expand its operations, Assaí, one of Brazil's leading wholesale chains, announced a robust investment plan of R$ 700 million for the year 2026. This investment aims to strengthen the network and represents a significant opportunity for small business owners in the retail and service sectors, who will be able to benefit from the group's expansion and modernization[1].
SumUp raises R$850 million to support SMEs.
Amid the credit crisis affecting small and medium-sized enterprises in Brazil, fintech SumUp raised R$ 850 million to expand financial support for these businesses. The initiative highlights the growing demand for credit and financing solutions for SMEs, a sector fundamental to the national economy[1].
Brazil's trade balance maintains a surplus.
Up to the first week of November 2025, the Brazilian trade balance registered a surplus of US$ 1.811 billion, with a trade flow of US$ 13.8 billion. Exports totaled US$ 7.8 billion and imports US$ 5.9 billion. There was a growth of 7.1% in the trade flow compared to the same period of the previous year, with emphasis on the increase of 42.2% in exports from the agricultural sector. The extractive industry, however, saw a decrease of 22.7% in exports, while the manufacturing industry grew by 10.7%[3].
Context and impacts
The Brazilian economic landscape shows signs of recovery and investor confidence, reflected in the record performance of the Ibovespa stock index and the appreciation of the real against the dollar. The investments announced by Assaí and the fundraising by SumUp indicate important moves to strengthen the retail sector and SMEs, sectors that face financial challenges but are crucial for economic growth and job creation. The positive trade balance reinforces Brazil's competitiveness in the international market, especially in agribusiness.
Photo by Vadim Shevyrin on Unsplash
English