El Gazettario
Insight Americas
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August 27, 2026
South America's Intangible Economy: Brazil and the Region Face a Knowledge-Investment Reckoning
Economy

South America's Intangible Economy: Brazil and the Region Face a Knowledge-Investment Reckoning

Brazil and the Intangible Economy: How South America Is Navigating the Global Shift to Knowledge-Based Growth
Economy

Brazil and the Intangible Economy: How South America Is Navigating the Global Shift to Knowledge-Based Growth

From Rainforest to Urban Life: How Indigenous Traditions Continue to Define Brazilian Identity
Culture

From Rainforest to Urban Life: How Indigenous Traditions Continue to Define Brazilian Identity

Economy

South America's Intangible Economy: Brazil and the Region Face a Knowledge-Investment Reckoning

Global investment in intangible assets crossed USD 10 trillion for the first time in 2025, and new data from WIPO confirm Brazil's place among the world's largest such investors — but the broader South American picture r…

Renata Solórzano
August 14, 2026
South America's Intangible Economy: Brazil and the Region Face a Knowledge-Investment Reckoning
Economy

Brazil and the Intangible Economy: How South America Is Navigating the Global Shift to Knowledge-Based Growth

A landmark WIPO and Luiss Business School report reveals that global intangible investment surpassed USD 10 trillion for the first time in 2025, with Brazil ranking among the world's largest investors in intellectual property, software, and R&D. The findings raise urgent questions about whether South America's broader region can convert this momentum into lasting competitive advantage.

Culture

From Rainforest to Urban Life: How Indigenous Traditions Continue to Define Brazilian Identity

Brazil's indigenous peoples, representing hundreds of distinct ethnic groups, have left a profound and enduring mark on the nation's language, cuisine, medicine, and spiritual practices. Their cultural contributions remain visible across Brazilian society, from everyday vocabulary to agricultural knowledge that sustains millions.

Culture

How Brazil's Carnival Has Become a Defining Force in the Country's International Image

Brazil's annual Carnival celebration has grown far beyond its origins as a regional festival, shaping how the country is perceived on the world stage. The event draws millions of visitors each year and generates substantial economic and cultural influence across multiple continents.

Culture

From Rio to the World: Brazilian Music, Film, and Fashion Expand Their International Reach

Brazilian cultural products — spanning music, cinema, literature, and fashion — have secured growing audiences across North America, Europe, and Asia in recent years. The trend reflects both deliberate industry efforts and a broader global appetite for Latin American creative expression.

Brazil