BTG Pactual

BTG Pactual holds a 14.58% stake in Méliuz through 16.52 million shares and derivatives. Méliuz raised 180.08 million reais to become Brazil’s first publicly traded Bitcoin treasury company. Vale denied rumors about a buyback.

Brazilian Bank BTG Pactual is allowing competitors to use its BSec securitization system, shifting to earn fees from transaction volume. This move enables third-party managers to convert illiquid receivables into tradeable securities, providing new funding options for Brazilian companies.

Rio Power Utility Light completed a R$1.5 billion (US$296 million) share subscription on 8 July 2026, fulfilling the final requirement of its court-approved restructuring plan. Key supporters BTG Pactual, Ronaldo Cezar Coelho, and Carlos Alberto Sicupira led the capital raise, while non-participating investors experienced share dilution.

BTG Pactual began operating in Uruguay after acquiring HSBC's local bank for approximately $211 million. The acquisition received final regulatory approval from Uruguay’s central bank.

BTG, Brazil's largest investment bank, led an $85 million growth-equity round in Colombian fintech Addi, marking its first investment outside Brazil. The deal represents BTG's expansion into international markets through a fintech partnership.

Cosan confirmed it is evaluating alternatives for its stake in railway Rumo, including a partial sale, and has hired BTG Pactual to manage the process. The company holds approximately 20% of Rumo, Brazil's largest railway.

A Rio appeals court suspended the approval of Oi's sale of its 27.5% stake in V.tal to funds managed by BTG Pactual for R$4.5 billion (US$870 million). Creditors including PIMCO, SC Lowy, and UMB Bank appealed, claiming the sale price was insufficient.

BTG Pactual, Brazil’s largest investment bank, received regulatory approval to operate in Uruguay by acquiring HSBC’s Uruguayan business for $175 million. The acquired unit includes everyday banking, business lending, wealth management, and staff.

Uruguay is labeled the 'Singapore of Latin America' by global banks like BTG Pactual due to its low country risk and investment-grade credit status. The nation, with a population of 3.4 million and a $96 billion economy, attracts capital through stability and solid economic fundamentals.