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Flavio Bolsonaro's Presidential Bid Shakes Markets and Right-Wing Unity

12/9/2025

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Senator Flavio Bolsonaro announced his father's endorsement for his 2026 presidential bid.
Markets reacted as the real fell 3% and the Bovespa dropped 4%.
Investors expected a more experienced candidate, such as Sao Paulo Governor Tarcisio de Freitas, to unite the right against President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
Economists warn Flavio's candidacy could fracture right-wing alliances.
Flavio aims to reassure supporters of his economic plans and has begun outreach.

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Senator Flavio Bolsonaro announced his father's endorsement for his 2026 presidential bid.
Markets reacted as the real fell 3% and the Bovespa dropped 4%.
Investors expected a more experienced candidate, such as Sao Paulo Governor Tarcisio de Freitas, to unite the right against President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
Economists warn Flavio's candidacy could fracture right-wing alliances.
Flavio aims to reassure supporters of his economic plans and has begun outreach.