AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoRunoff Showdown: Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro face off in their first televised debate Sunday, a week before Brazil’s presidential vote. Bolsonaro holds a narrow lead in recent polls, while rallies have energized Lula’s supporters. Election and Tech: Lula’s campaign has asked Brazilian authorities and the UN to investigate alleged Meta bias, citing restrictions on his accounts and greater visibility for Bolsonaro. Meta denies favouring either candidate and blames technical problems and compliance measures. Workers’ Rights: Brazil has approved a gradual move to a 40-hour workweek, ending the six-day schedule without cutting pay. Lula is championing the reform on the campaign trail. Amazon: Deforestation fell 42% to its lowest level since 1988, according to Brazilian figures, a major environmental milestone ahead of the vote. Business: Brazil’s economic activity grew 0.3% in August, matching forecasts. KTM has also opened a Manaus motorcycle plant with annual capacity of 20,000 units.
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