Country risk report · Americas
Brazil
Political RiskMedium
Operational RiskHigh
Security RiskHigh
Summary
Brazil, the largest country in South America, is renowned for its vast natural resources, diverse culture, and dynamic economy. Spanning 8.5 million square kilometers, it borders almost all other South American nations, with the exception of Chile and Ecuador. Brazil boasts a population of approximately 218 million (2024 estimate), making it the world's sixth most populous country. Its capital, Brasília, is the political center, while São Paulo serves as its economic powerhouse and Rio de Janeiro remains globally iconic for its culture and tourism.
Brazil’s economy is driven by agriculture, mining, energy, and manufacturing, with soybeans, coffee, iron ore, and oil being major exports. While Brazil has achieved steady economic growth, challenges such as income inequality, corruption, and political instability persist.
- Capital
- Brasília
- Population
- 218 million (2024 estimate)
- Official Language
- Portuguese
- Currency
- Brazilian Real (BRL)
- Key Industries
- Agriculture (soybeans, coffee, beef), mining (iron ore, gold), oil and gas, automotive, and manufacturing
- GDP
- $2.3 trillion (2023 estimate)
- GDP Growth
- 2.9% (2023 estimate)
Table of contents
- Brazil | Overview
- Political Risk Summary
- Political Stability
- Regulatory Risk
- Contract Enforcement
- Integrity and Corruption
- Sovereign Risk
- Operational Risk Summary
- Institutional Risk
- Infrastructure Risk
- Labour Risk
- Security Risk Summary
- Crime Risk
- Terrorism Risk
- War Risk
- Civil Unrest
- Kidnap Risk
Risk levels in the report
From the report’s summary page. The full report explains each level and lists the key concerns behind it.
- Very Low
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Very High
| Category | Risk level |
|---|---|
| Political Risk | Medium |
| Political Stability | Medium |
| Regulatory Risk | Medium |
| Contract Enforcement | Medium |
| Integrity and Corruption | High |
| Sovereign Risk | Medium |
| Operational Risk | High |
| Institutional Risk | Medium |
| Infrastructure Risk | High |
| Labour Risk | Medium |
| Security Risk | High |
| Crime | High |
| Terrorism | Low |
| War Risk | Low |
| Civil Unrest | Medium |
| Kidnap Risk | Medium |
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