BYD Expansion in Brazil: BYD rolled out its 100,000th new-energy vehicle at its Camacari plant in Bahia, with 5,500+ workers and plans to scale from 150,000 units/year to as much as 600,000, while exports to Argentina and Mexico are already lined up. Trade Friction: The U.S. tariff push continues to hit Brazil’s industrial base, with Pix singled out as a target in the broader dispute over Brazilian “unreasonable” practices. Payments Under Pressure: A new analysis argues Pix is widely used (about 80% of Brazilians) and that claims it harms U.S. payment firms don’t hold up. Energy & Markets: Ecopetrol resumed its tender offer process in Brazil for Brava Energia, keeping the OPAV open until Aug. 5. Mining & Diplomacy: A report says mineral-rich producer states can exploit the lack of unified critical-minerals strategy between G7 and BRICS. Amazon Fire Update: Brazil’s Amazon fires fell to a historic low in 2025, helped by a delayed rainy season and reduced deforestation. Cybersecurity Risk: Sophos reports ransomware attacks increasingly start with compromised identities (79%), with phishing and malicious email now leading root causes. Industry Trade Show: Fenaf 2026 spotlights Italian foundry and metalworking tech via a pavilion aimed at boosting “Made in Italy” partnerships in Brazil.