【环球财经】巴西业界拟向政府递交纾困建议书

Group 1 - The Brazilian retail and consumer industry, represented by 16 associations, is calling for a suspension of the increase in the Financial Transaction Tax (IOF) to alleviate operational pressures and stabilize employment in response to new high tariffs imposed by the U.S. government [1][2] - The associations have drafted a policy proposal emphasizing the significant impact of U.S. tariffs, which can reach up to 40% on certain Brazilian exports, necessitating financial and fiscal tools to support businesses [1][2] - The proposal includes strengthening support for Export Prepayment Credit tools (ACCs) to help companies with stable export orders maintain cash flow amid rising uncertainties in international orders [2][3] Group 2 - The Brazilian government, led by Finance Minister Fernando Haddad, is preparing a response plan to the U.S. tariffs, focusing on industrial, agricultural, and employment stability measures [2][3] - The National Confederation of Industry (CNI) has also submitted a policy proposal to the Vice President, which includes eight specific measures aimed at enhancing export prepayment credit tools and labor law flexibility [2][3] - In the context of a complex global trade environment, Brazilian businesses and the government are seeking policy coordination and institutional adjustments to mitigate structural risks from external shocks [3]