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Pressure across the countries we read

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Brazil · Regulation · September 19, 2026

US considers sanctions on Brazilian entities

Business conditions in Brazil are deteriorating due to potential US sanctions targeting local entities. While Lula's economic package aims to stimulate growth, the looming sanctions create uncertainty.

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The United States is considering imposing sanctions on individuals and companies in Brazil linked to criminal factions PCC (Primeiro Comando da Capital) and CV (Comando Vermelho), according to Folha de S.Paulo and Jornal de Brasília. The investigations by US authorities have intensified, targeting entities associated with these criminal organizations. The sanctions could be announced in the coming weeks, impacting those involved in the illicit activities connected to these groups.

Impact Brazilian entities linked to PCC and CV face potential US sanctions, affecting their operations.

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