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July 25, 2008

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	BrazilPortfolio began independent coverage of investing in Brazil on Oct. 1, 2003, supplying previously unavailable coverage and analysis of the opportunities and risks to putting money in South America’s biggest economy. The site will be updated regularly, giving insights investors need in their decision-making. Who we are >>

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Bovespa receives USD 1.74bn in investments following rise to investment grade 30 April
Sao Paulo, (Brazil Portfolio) -- The Sao Paulo Stock Exchange received BRL 2.88bn (USD 1.74bn) in net inflow from foreign investors since the country’s credit upgrade on 30 April. Full story >>

Brazil Press > General
Companies Shelving Share Sales Because of Political Uncertainty, daily newspaper Folha Says
Sao Paulo, (Brazil Portfolio) -- Brazilian companies are holding off in making initial public offers because of political uncertainty following allegations of corruption of some members of the governing Workers´ Party, Folha de S. Paulo reported on Monday.Full story >>

Brazil Markets > Bonds & Currency
Losses mount for investors in inflation-indexed funds because of deflation, Valor reports
Sao Paulo, (Brazil Portfolio) -- Most fixed-income funds indexed to the general market price index (IGP-M) registered losses in August and have performed below inter-bank certificates of deposits (CDI) this year, Valor Econômico reported on Wednesday. Full story >>

[Latest market headlines]

May 26	Bovespa receives USD 1.74bn in investments following rise to investment grade 30 April
Sept. 1	Central Bank seen cutting benchmark interest rate in September, Valor reports
Aug. 31	Losses mount for investors in inflation-indexed funds because of deflation, Valor reports
Feb. 22	Vale Shares Surge on 72% Rise in Iron Ore Prices and May Still Be a Buy for Investors

[Latest press headlines]

Aug. 30	Companies Shelving Share Sales Because of Political Uncertainty, daily newspaper Folha Says
March 28	Brazil´s Lula Government Paralyzed by Corruption Allegations, Veja Says
Oct. 19	Brazil´s Exports Expected to Expand 21% to $73 Billion in 2003, O Estado Says
Sept. 10	Govt Pledges in IMF Letter to Sell 4 State Banks, Estado Says

.: Commentary

On the Contrary: The Swiss Factor

.: Portfolio Analysis