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World Bank Cuts Brazil 2026 Growth to 1.9% as Oil Shock Bites
The World Bank reduced Brazil's 2026 economic growth projection to 1.9% from 2.0% due to an oil shock. Brazil, as Latin America's largest economy, is slowing regional growth to its weakest pace.
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