Real wages up 188% since the Plano Real, productivity up 30%. With debt heading for 95% of GDP and the Selic pinned at 15%, Brazil's social model is running out of room.
EU Parliament strongly backs digital euro project with 443-188 vote, supporting both online and offline versions to reduce European dependence on US payment systems.
Trump denies knowing about $500M UAE investment in his crypto venture while seeking $1B damages from Harvard University. Administration faces scrutiny over foreign influence and trade policies.
Major currency pairs face volatility as traders navigate US trade talks, inflation concerns, and geopolitical tensions while precious metals attract safe-haven flows.