Brazil Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Brazil (BRL) is a member of the BRIC nations and has the largest economy in South America. Brazil has significant agricultural and industrial industries. Brazil's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the Brazilian currency has the potential to increase in value especially versus many developed market currencies. Brazil has high interest rates, low inflation and positive investment flow potential. Brazil's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is moderate, with low government transparency and high SWOT opportunities. Brazil's General Trading Partners: China, Netherlands, Argentina and USA are the top trading partners. Brazil has significant export capabilities in agriculture and industrial products such as ethanol, sugar, oats, pork, corn, soybean and airplanes. Brazil's Commodity Trading Partners: A favorable growth environment and car fuel demand create a significant and growing industry for Ethanol. SWOT Analysis of Brazil: Ethanol is the leading US strength, while education, crime and income inequality are major weaknesses. A recent oil discovery is a major opportunity for Brazil, while the threat of HIV could slow growth and burden the health system. Brazil's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, moderate investment flow potential and positive SWOT opportunities help Brazil, but fundamental weaknesses and government issues hold back Brazil’s potential. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
