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At the moment, says Filho, Brazil is facing challenges as a consequence of historic economic policies, as well as political upheaval and a continued fight against corruption. The country has been in recession for the last two years and faces very high unemployment rates. However, with changes in the presidency and an interim government putting more effort into doing the right things, plus a successful Olympics, there are hopes for improvement in Brazil, says Filho. The flip side of Brazil’s challenges is a new openness for its companies to discuss merger and acquisition opportunities, joint ventures and other forms of partnerships – at valuations far more realistic than historically.

With all the downsides, Filho is quick to state that Brazil is the eighth largest economy in the world, as well as also being number eight in the rankings of global vehicle manufacturing. The country has a great technological platform and a dynamic industry, he says, as well as extraordinary natural resources, which will once again become highly relevant to global consumers and industries. All of these conditions, he concludes, make Brazil a remarkably relevant market. The country is undergoing major changes that open up excellent opportunities for investors to find good opportunities in Brazil.

Rodolpho Georg Filho can be contacted at: rodolpho.georg@rgfassociados.com
Or via LinkedIn: br.linkedin.com/in/rgeorgfilho