
BNDES releases R$ 500 million for Toyota's technological investments in Brazil.
The loan will finance Industry 4.0 machinery, hybrid vehicle projects, and the reopening of the Porto Feliz factory.
Expansion was driven by increased investment in agriculture and construction, but the sector faces a loss of competitiveness due to the advance of imports.
The Industrial Confidence Index (ICI) rose 0,1 points in March compared to the previous month.
Brazil maintained its 30th place ranking in exports and 16th in global industrial production, according to a study by the CNI (National Confederation of Industry) entitled "Performance of Industry in the World".
By 2025, business leaders in the sector are showing moderate expectations.
"This Friday the 13th, it's the pessimists who are scared!", the vice-president quipped ironically.
Tax increase threatens economic competitiveness and burdens productive sectors, argues Rafael Cervone, president of Ciesp.
After a significant recovery, the sector projects more modest growth next year.
The project aims to boost Brazilian industry, particularly the shipbuilding sector.
"We are strengthening the shipbuilding industry and paying attention to national shipyards," said the Minister of Mines and Energy, Alexandre Silveira.
According to the CNI (National Confederation of Industry), it strengthens Brazil's competitiveness on a global level.
Investment aims to accelerate prototype development and boost energy transition in Brazil.
Ethanol returns to Petrobras' radar with US$2,2 billion in investments.