INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
markets.Speculation about Jean-Paul Prates being replaced by BNDES president Aloizio Mercadante led to a 1.41% drop in Petrobras shares,
potential appointment.Nonetheless, the stock recovered slightly after reports that the government might approve extraordinary dividend
role in this cautious investor behavior.The dollar fluctuated but ultimately fell by 0.19% to R$ 5.05
enjoyed gains after receiving an upgrade recommendation, with new iron ore price estimates affecting stock ratings for several
companies.Market participants await decisive actions from Brazilian officials regarding Petrobras and from the U.S
of corporate governance, macroeconomic data, and global monetary policies.
