In 2017, Brazil’s gross domestic product reached 2.05 billion U.S. dollars, 63 percent of which came from the services sector. The service sector consists of the provision of services both to other businesses and to final consumers, and the service sector often encompasses transportation, distribution, and sale of goods.

Brazil’s position in the global economy

Nations with economies built on the service sector are considered more advanced than industrial or agricultural economies, and indeed, Brazil is considered an advanced emerging economy with the largest share of wealth in Latin America. Brazil has the eighth largest GDP in the world and is one of the BRICS states (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) — certain countries with strong economic development and rising influence on regional affairs.

Brazil’s economic strengths and challenges

Brazil is also known for its agriculture and food production, with its main products including soybeans, beef, and coffee. As of 2018, Brazil is the leading producer of coffee, at over 61 thousand 60 kilogram bags. The country has an estimated 21.8 trillion U.S. dollars of natural resource commodities, including, gold, iron, oil, and timber. However,retrieving them often happens at the expense of the environment, including ongoing deforestation in the Amazon Basin, which contains the largest rainforest in the world.

ABSTRACT The article aimed to forecast the Brazilian economy’s growth potential in the 2016-2025 period, assuming the absence of changes in industrial policy. It is based on a formal growth model constrained by the balance of payments (BOP) developed by the authors and disaggregated into three sectors (farming, industry, and services). All its parameters were econometrically estimated, including those of the world economy relevant to the Brazilian economy’s performance. Assuming that the current macroeconomic management “tripod” was maintained in the country, the basic interest rate and exchange rate policy were calibrated to generate the maximum growth rate allowed by the external constraint compatible with the maintenance of inflation in target each year. Forecasts were also made about the performance of the three sectors’ key variables, resulting from such calibration. Forecasted potential GDP and productivity growth were low (even by recent historical standards) and decreasing over time, with slower growth in the industrial sector than in other ones. The results revealed the critical importance of the industrial sector for such performance, suggesting that an efficient industrial policy could significantly increase the Brazilian economy’s growth potential.

In 2024, the metallurgical sector exported the most goods to the United States. That year, the sector exported *** billion dollars worth of goods to the North American country. Meanwhile, the food industry exported *** billion dollars worth of goods.

Key information about Brazil Industrial Production Index Growth

• Brazil Industrial production fell 0.2 % YoY in Sep 2025, following an increase of 1.2 % YoY in the previous month.
• Brazil Industrial production index growth rate YoY data is updated monthly, available from Jan 1986 to Sep 2025, with an average rate of 19,931.6 %.
• The data reached an all-time high of 53,223.5 % in Dec 2022 and a record low of 7,735.6 % in Dec 1997.

CEIC calculates Industrial Production Index Growth from monthly Industrial Production Index. The Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics provides Industrial Production Index with base 2022=100. Industrial Production Index Growth prior to January 2003 is calculated from Industrial Production Index with base 2002=100 and prior to January 1992 from Industrial Production Index with base 1991=100.

As of July 2025, approximately ***percent of exhibition companies surveyed in Brazil reported viewing internal management challenges as the industry's most important issue over the following 12 to 18 months. The state of the economy in the home market followed with an **-percent share.

Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Other Manufacturing data was reported at 66.204 % in 2021. This records an increase from the previous number of 60.401 % for 2020. Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Other Manufacturing data is updated yearly, averaging 57.068 % from Dec 2007 (Median) to 2021, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 66.204 % in 2021 and a record low of 53.554 % in 2017. Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Other Manufacturing data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Brazil – Table BR.World Bank.WDI: Gross Domestic Product: Share of GDP. Value added in manufacturing is the sum of gross output less the value of intermediate inputs used in production for industries classified in ISIC major division D. Other manufacturing, a residual, covers wood and related products (ISIC division 20), paper and related products (ISIC divisions 21 and 22), petroleum and related products (ISIC division 23), basic metals and mineral products (ISIC division27), fabricated metal products and professional goods (ISIC division 28), and other industries (ISIC divisions 25, 26, 31, 33, 36, and 37). Includes unallocated data. When data for textiles, machinery, or chemicals are shown as not available, they are included in other manufacturing.;United Nations Industrial Development Organization, International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics.;;

Brazil's top 5 export sectors in 2024 with market share and product segments.

The Brazil Big Data Analytics Market Report is Segmented by Component (Software, Services), Deployment Mode (On-Premise, Cloud, Hybrid), Organization Size (Small and Medium Enterprises, Large Enterprises), and End-User Vertical (IT and Telecom, BFSI, Retail and Consumer Goods, and More). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD).

With over ***** billion Brazilian reals in revenue, food companies constituted the leading franchise industry in Brazil in 2024. In second place on the list of the major Brazilian franchise industries were beauty, health, and personal care companies, with a combined revenue of nearly ***** billion reals. The leading franchise brand in Brazil in 2024 belongs to the first mentioned category.

Correios, also known as Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telégrafos or by its acronym ECT, is one of the largest employers in Brazil. In 2022, the postal office services company based in Brasília employed around 88,500 people. Food manufacturer BRF, whose revenue in 2021 rounded 48 billion Brazilian reals, had a workforce of more than 96,000 workers.

Correios, the Brazilian Post The origin of postal services in Brazil dates back to the late XVII century, during colonial times. Until the invention of telephony, the post and the telegraph were the only ways of communication. Given the country's vast territory, these services were of the utmost importance for the development of the Brazilian economy. Correios is still nowadays one of the most revenue generating services companies in Brazil. The largest share of its workforce is made up of mail carriers and postal clerks.

Itaú, from São Paulo to the world In 2022, the Brazilian financial company Itaú Unibanco was the largest bank in Latin America. In that year, Itaú Unibanco owned assets that amounted to more than 2.3 trillion Brazilian reals. Formed in 2008 with the merger of Banco Itaú and Unibanco, the bank operates worldwide, having 3,244 branches just in Brazil that employ almost 100,000 people.

In 2019, the meat derivatives sector in Brazil ranked first in annual net revenue within the food industry, reaching ***** billion Brazilian reals, up from more than *** billion reals recorded a year earlier. The coffee, tea and cereals sector ranked second that year, generating ** billion reals in net revenue.

Activities (products and industries) in the bottom-5 and top-5 of complexity estimated from exports (top) and industry (bottom), and the region with the highest RCA on such activity.

Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Textiles and Clothing data was reported at 4.499 % in 2021. This records a decrease from the previous number of 4.629 % for 2020. Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Textiles and Clothing data is updated yearly, averaging 6.394 % from Dec 2007 (Median) to 2021, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 7.089 % in 2012 and a record low of 4.499 % in 2021. Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Textiles and Clothing data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Brazil – Table BR.World Bank.WDI: Gross Domestic Product: Share of GDP. Value added in manufacturing is the sum of gross output less the value of intermediate inputs used in production for industries classified in ISIC major division D. Textiles and clothing correspond to ISIC divisions 17-19.;United Nations Industrial Development Organization, International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics.;;

Techsalerator's Job Openings Data for Brazil: A Comprehensive Resource for Employment Insights

Techsalerator's Job Openings Data for Brazil is a powerful tool for businesses, job seekers, and labor market analysts, offering detailed information on job openings across the country. This dataset consolidates and categorizes job-related data from multiple sources, including company websites, job boards, and recruitment agencies, providing an up-to-date and comprehensive view of employment trends in Brazil.

Key Data Fields

• Job Posting Date: Tracks the date a job is posted, allowing job seekers to stay updated on fresh opportunities and HR professionals to monitor hiring patterns.

• Job Title: Specifies the advertised position, helping users filter job openings by industry, role, and career level.

• Company Name: Identifies the hiring company, enabling job seekers to target their applications and allowing businesses to analyze market competition.

• Job Location: Provides the geographic location of the job within Brazil, crucial for job seekers looking for regional opportunities and for employers evaluating local talent pools.

• Job Description: Offers a detailed account of responsibilities, qualifications, and other relevant aspects, assisting candidates in determining their suitability for the role and recruiters in clearly communicating expectations.

Top 5 Job Categories in Brazil

1. Information Technology (IT): With Brazil's growing tech industry, there is increasing demand for software developers, systems analysts, and cybersecurity specialists.

2. Healthcare: The sector sees rising opportunities for doctors, nurses, medical technicians, and healthcare administrators, driven by both public health initiatives and private healthcare providers.

3. Education: Teachers, school administrators, and educational consultants are in high demand as Brazil seeks to improve its education system and expand access to learning.

4. Manufacturing and Engineering: Brazil's industrial sector creates roles for mechanical, civil, and electrical engineers, alongside skilled labor positions to support the automotive, aerospace, and construction industries.

5. Finance: Financial analysts, auditors, investment specialists, and banking professionals are sought after, reflecting the dynamic nature of Brazil's finance and banking sector.

Top 5 Employers in Brazil

1. Petrobras: The state-controlled oil giant regularly posts jobs in engineering, project management, and operations as Brazil remains a key player in the global oil and gas industry.

2. Banco do Brasil: A major financial institution offering roles in banking, finance, customer service, and IT, reflecting Brazil’s diverse financial landscape.

3. Vale: A leading mining company with openings in engineering, operations, and environmental management, driven by Brazil's significant natural resource sectors.

4. Ambev: This beverage giant frequently hires in supply chain management, marketing, and operations to support its extensive production and distribution networks across the country.

5. BNDES (Brazilian Development Bank): A government-owned bank focused on economic development, regularly recruiting professionals in finance, project analysis, and public policy.

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Techsalerator’s Job Openings Data for Brazil offers a valuable resource for businesses, job seekers, and analysts looking to stay informed on employment trends and make strategic decisions in Brazil’s dynamic job market.

Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Machinery and Transport Equipment data was reported at 9.637 % in 2021. This records an increase from the previous number of 8.718 % for 2020. Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Machinery and Transport Equipment data is updated yearly, averaging 13.952 % from Dec 2007 (Median) to 2021, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 19.084 % in 2007 and a record low of 8.718 % in 2020. Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Machinery and Transport Equipment data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Brazil – Table BR.World Bank.WDI: Gross Domestic Product: Share of GDP. Value added in manufacturing is the sum of gross output less the value of intermediate inputs used in production for industries classified in ISIC major division D. Machinery and transport equipment correspond to ISIC divisions 29, 30, 32, 34, and 35.;United Nations Industrial Development Organization, International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics.;;

The Brazil Construction Market Report is Segmented by Sector (Residential, Commercial, and Infrastructure), by Construction Type (New Construction and Renovation), by Construction Method (Conventional On-Site, and More), by Investment Source (Public and Private), and by Geography (Southeast, South, Northeast, Central-West, and North). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD).

Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Food, Beverages and Tobacco data was reported at 17.205 % in 2022. This stayed constant from the previous number of 17.205 % for 2021. Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Food, Beverages and Tobacco data is updated yearly, averaging 18.899 % from Dec 1990 (Median) to 2022, with 32 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 23.366 % in 2015 and a record low of 13.635 % in 1990. Brazil BR: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Food, Beverages and Tobacco data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Brazil – Table BR.World Bank.WDI: Gross Domestic Product: Share of GDP. Value added in manufacturing is the sum of gross output less the value of intermediate inputs used in production for industries classified in ISIC major division D. Food, beverages, and tobacco correspond to ISIC divisions 15 and 16.;United Nations Industrial Development Organization, International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics.;;

ABSTRACT This paper aims to highlight the major changes in the global economy that affect Brazilian industrial development and mark out the strategies that could move the country toward a more robust productive structure. It is argued that the debate on deindustrialization in Brazil, although it had an important contribution to highlight the importance of manufacturing for economic development, did not deep the discussion about the limits and possibilities of Brazilian industrial development. That debate did not adequately consider those changes in the global economy, related to the more fierce global competition scenario and to the changes in the strategies of Transnational Corporations.

List of Brazil’s leading importers and exporters by industry during September–October 2025.

Industrial Production in Brazil increased 0.10 percent in October of 2025 over the previous month. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - Brazil Industrial Production MoM - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.