Group 1 - São Paulo experienced a large-scale power outage affecting businesses in the city center, particularly in the Tringulo Histórico area, leading to significant sales losses and food spoilage [1] - Dozens of businesses, including chain perfume stores, clothing brands, and small restaurants, reported severe impacts, with some experiencing multiple outages without resolution [1] - A restaurant owner indicated that losses on a single day could exceed 40% of normal daily revenue, highlighting the financial strain on local businesses [1] Group 2 - The Brazilian energy regulatory agency (ANEEL) noted that issues such as aging power networks, delayed underground cable upgrades, and concentrated urban loads are worsening the situation [1] - There is a pressing need for modernization of public service systems, as inadequate long-term investment and slow urban renewal are straining São Paulo's infrastructure [2] - Chinese companies have been actively investing in São Paulo and other regions in Brazil, focusing on power grid upgrades, highway concessions, clean energy, and port facilities, which may help alleviate infrastructure bottlenecks and improve the business environment [2]
【环球财经】圣保罗停电暴露基建短板 中资合作可期
Xin Hua Cai Jing·2025-07-23 16:00