Brazil Summit

10 May 2023

Which Path Will Lead to Stable & Sustainable Growth?

In-Person Conference | New York | #FTBrazil

In spite of facing multiple challenges, including uncertainty about fiscal policy, weak consumer confidence and low productivity and growth, Brazil is the largest economy in Latin America and a business and economic powerhouse. Strategic economic sectors, including agribusiness, renewable energies, infrastructure and tech continue to open investment opportunities. Historically high prices for commodities benefited Brazil’s exports of minerals, beef, soy and iron ore and the country is now boosting its share in global trade, covering gaps and supporting food security as the war in Ukraine subsists. Nearshoring is also on the rise as global supply chains are being reconfigured. On top of this, the private sector is playing an active role towards Brazil’s decarbonisation, with ambitious carbon capture and storage, green hydrogen and low-carbon biofuels projects being announced in recent months. Lula’s election also signals a policy shift to strengthen Brazil's environmental and climate agenda.

What is next for Brazil’s economic trajectory and how can the country be best positioned in the current uncertain economic and geopolitical context? What solutions can Brazil offer to food security and supply chains challenges? As the world moves towards greener, cleaner, and more inclusive economies, how can Brazil lead and benefit from this transition? What role is the private sector set to play as a driver of sustainable and equitable economic growth?

The Financial Times is delighted to present its annual Brazil Summit, which will explore the country’s economic outlook and business environment following one of the country’s most consequential presidential elections in decades. Join this year’s event to examine the opportunities to unlock the country’s enormous potential, Brazil’s place in global affairs and the latest trade and investment trends.

What's On

The power of people coming together is never knowingly underestimated at FT Live, therefore our event will be held in-person providing the opportunity to meet and exchange views with like-minded leading business executives, government figures and investors.

The event offers a unique opportunity to explore opportunities for the private sector while expanding your networks; take an active role in Brazil’s economic and sustainable future; examine fresh perspectives and current thinking on the topical issues, enabling smarter, more informed decision-making.

Join us to make powerful connections, do business in real life and meet Brazil’s power players to spark industry change with us.

Key agenda themes will include:

Macroeconomic scenarios, political and institutional outlook

What has changed? Policy priorities under a new Government.

Amazon Rainforest

Commitments/opportunities for environmental conservation, the bioeconomy, sustainable infrastructure investments. Role of the financial sector and innovative financing mechanisms. Carbon markets.

Infrastructure

Which areas of infrastructure does Brazil most need to invest in? Roads, railways, energy, water, sewage or other segments? Opportunities in Green energy and sustainable infrastructure. Auctions, concessions and regulatory reforms underway.

Brazil on the global stage

Geo-politics is changing the dynamics of Brazil’s positioning. Successfully navigating (and benefiting from) US-China trade tensions. Reconfiguration of global supply chains.

Agri-food systems in Brazil

Critical role in ensuring global food security. Sector transformation to meet environmental, climate, and social challenges. Investment opportunities.

Green Hydrogen/Green Tech/Carbon capture

Leveraging Brazil’s natural resources and capabilities to benefit from emerging investment opportunities.

The push for the environmental and social agenda

Role and commitments of the private sector (not only mitigation but adaptation).