Brazil is the fifth largest country on earth as measured in geographical area and population. With nearly 200 million consumers, Brazil is the world’s tenth largest economy and ranks ninth in purchasing power. Brazilian exports are booming in today’s global marketplace, creating a new generation of tycoons. This has led to the expansion of Brazil’s presence in the international financial and commodities markets. The government has recently launched a four-year plan to spend $300 billion to modernize its road network, power plants, and ports. All of this growth has helped foster a bourgeoning middle-class, and has made the prospect of investing in Brazil more attractive than ever before.
