Oil Prices Rise on US-Iran Tensions; $PBR, $XOM in Focus
Geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, stemming from the rejection of a peace plan, led to an increase in crude oil prices, impacting global energy markets.
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Geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, stemming from the rejection of a peace plan, led to an increase in crude oil prices, impacting global energy markets.
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Brazil's federal government advances BR-324 and BR-116 highway concession auctions, projecting R$14 billion in investments pending TCU approval.
Brazilian President Lula emphasizes expanding partnership with the US while upholding national sovereignty, following discussions with Donald Trump. Implications for $EWZ.
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