Brazil
CPPIB look to cash in on ‘disruption’ and shifts in technology, demographics
“We’ve been embracing disruption, whether that disruption is technological, whether it’s demographic, or economic, or climate-change related,” said CPPIB chief executive Mark Machin
Brookfield unit leads investment in Brazilian heavy equipment manager Ouro Verde
Total value of deal is US$170 million. Transaction expected to close by year end.
Kinross to buy plants in Brazil to secure low-cost power for Paracatu mine
Will lower operating costs by eliminating about 70% of future power purchases.
Bombardier expects scrutiny about trade complaints at Paris air show
Trade complaint lodged by Boeing expected to be the talk of the four day event.
South Africa suspends Brazil meat imports related to scandal
Exports from the 21 companies under investigation suspended.
Brazil files WTO complaint against Canada over Bombardier loan
Says Canadian subsidies artificially affect international competitiveness of the aerospace sector.
Bombardier says Brazil trade complaint against Canada is without merit
Challenge alleges the aerospace giant received financial help that affected market conditions.
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Man rocks Beatles tune on guitar during brain surgery [VIDEO]
Brazilian banker sings for surgeons with a six-song set by balancing guitar on his stomach.
Canadians join all-female trade mission to Sao Paolo
Trip includes vice-presidents from Lockheed Martin, Blackberry and the head of a major Alberta egg farm.
Brazil autoworkers protest firings at VW plants
Union leaders say they’re seeking reversal of the firings.
Investments in Latin America and China will drive growth, Dorel says
Manufacturer is expanding production and distribution capabilities.
BRICS nations agree to create own development bank in Shanghai
New $100 billion bank is seen as a strong push against the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund.
Bandits raid Samsung plant in Brazil
Thieves make off with $6 million worth of cell phones and computers.
Growth strengthening in advanced economies, OECD says
Smaller government spending cuts and fewer tax increases this year should boost growth.
Mercedes building new Brazilian factory to make C class sedans, compact SUVs
German automaker will invest $224 million to build the plant that is expected to start up in 2016.
