Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Supreme Court Freezes Assets of Banco Master’s Alleged Partner

1/20/2026

40 2 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Supreme Court Justice Dias Toffoli approved a request to freeze Nelson Tanure's assets amid an investigation into Banco Master.
The Prosecutor General's Office alleges Tanure is a "hidden partner" of Banco Master.
Banco Master was liquidated by the central bank last November for a severe liquidity crisis and regulatory violations.
Tanure disputes the claims.

1 of 1

Story summary

Supreme Court Justice Dias Toffoli approved a request to freeze Nelson Tanure's assets amid an investigation into Banco Master.
The Prosecutor General's Office alleges Tanure is a "hidden partner" of Banco Master.
Banco Master was liquidated by the central bank last November for a severe liquidity crisis and regulatory violations.
Tanure disputes the claims.