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Friday, 6 November 2026

News published from Thursday 5 November 2026, 06:00, to Friday 6 November 2026, 12:20 (Zurich time)

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Top 5 of the day

  1. Lula backs fiscal discipline but puts off concrete measures until after his 9–16 November tripThe 8 November address now looks like tone-setting only, so the real and Brazilian assets stay exposed to fiscal uncertainty for at least ten more days.
  2. Swiss Social Democrats step up the referendum campaign against the EFTA–Mercosur FTA; Fribourg votes on 11 NovemberA likely popular vote would delay Swiss tariff benefits for Brazilian exporters and Swiss investors, and the corridor's business case will need public advocates.
  3. BCB 589 cut-off takes effect today: Brazilian banks must stop serving unauthorised crypto providersMembers with Brazilian crypto exposure or treasury flows through local exchanges should check that their counterparty is on the BCB list, as unlisted providers can lose Pix and bank rails from today.
  4. China blocks SoftBank's USD 5.4bn takeover of ABB RoboticsIndustrial data and physical AI are now treated as strategic assets, a new risk for cross-border M&A and exit routes, including for Swiss groups with large Brazilian and Chinese operations.
  5. After the Copom hold, the yield curve stops pricing cuts and now implies Selic hikes in 2027A higher-for-longer Selic keeps BRL carry and Brazilian fixed income attractive to Swiss investors, but raises funding costs and weighs on equity valuations.
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01Brazil–Switzerland relations

BR–CHBrazil–Switzerland relationsUnconfirmed report – SP Schweiz (campaign page)

Swiss Social Democrats step up the referendum campaign against the EFTA–Mercosur FTA; Fribourg votes on 11 November

On 5 November SP Schweiz published a signature appeal ('No tariff discount for Mercosur') arguing that lower tariffs on beef and soy would fuel Amazon deforestation; it gives no signature count or deadline. Fribourg's Grand Council takes up a motion for a cantonal referendum against the agreement on 11 November, which the cantonal government recommends rejecting. For Brazil the FTA already applies with Iceland and Norway, while application with Switzerland awaits its domestic procedure.

Why it matters for LIDE membersA likely popular vote would delay Swiss tariff benefits for Brazilian exporters and Swiss investors, and the corridor's business case will need public advocates.

SP Schweiz 2026-11-05gerati.de 2026-11-02Brasil 61 / ApexBrasil 2026-09-30

02Macro, politics & other

BR–CHMacro, politics & other

Tech sell-off on 5 November: the defensive SMI loses only 0.4% while the Ibovespa falls and the dollar rises to R$5.49

After the post-midterm rally, Wall Street reversed sharply on 5 November, with the Nasdaq down about 5.5% according to Inside Paradeplatz. The SMI slipped only 0.4%, while the Ibovespa closed down 0.82% at 166,191 points and the spot dollar rose about 0.7% to R$5.4886, per the Estadão closing table.

Why it matters for LIDE membersThe day confirmed the defensive role of Swiss assets and the franc against real risk, relevant for allocation across the corridor.

Inside Paradeplatz 2026-11-06DGABC (Estadão Conteúdo) 2026-11-05
BRMacro, politics & otherTaxes & wealth planning

Lula backs fiscal discipline but puts off concrete measures until after his 9–16 November trip

Lula met ministers and economists at the Alvorada on 5 November without announcing measures; Finance Minister Dario Durigan called it a first diagnosis and said the market and civil society will be consulted. Lula said 'nobody will invest in a totally disorderly economy'. His pre-recorded national address airs on Sunday 8 November, but the package is now expected only after his trip to COP31 in Turkey and the Philippines (9–16 November); wider budget-freezing powers are among the options.

Why it matters for LIDE membersThe 8 November address now looks like tone-setting only, so the real and Brazilian assets stay exposed to fiscal uncertainty for at least ten more days.

Metrópoles 2026-11-06Reuters via Investing.com 2026-11-05Mix Vale 2026-11-05
BRMacro, politics & other

After the Copom hold, the yield curve stops pricing cuts and now implies Selic hikes in 2027

Reuters reports that the curve now implies 25bp hikes at each of the first three Copom meetings of 2027, after the BCB raised its 18-month inflation forecast to 3.5% against a 3% target. Itaú cut its 2027 GDP forecast to 0.5% from 1.2% and raised its 2027 inflation forecast to 6.1%, while Goldman sees no change before Q2 2028. Gross debt stands at 82.9% of GDP; the Copom minutes are due on 10 November.

Why it matters for LIDE membersA higher-for-longer Selic keeps BRL carry and Brazilian fixed income attractive to Swiss investors, but raises funding costs and weighs on equity valuations.

Reuters via Investing.com 2026-11-05
CHMacro, politics & other

Swiss unemployment steady at 3.0% in October, with jobseekers up 4.3% year on year

SECO reported 141,015 registered unemployed in October, up 535 on the month and 5,803 (+4.3%) on the year. The rate held at 3.0%, or 3.1% seasonally adjusted, and youth unemployment eased to 3.2%.

Why it matters for LIDE membersA gradually softening labour market and a strong franc support the SNB keeping policy loose.

SECO / admin.ch 2026-11-05

03Events

  • 22 JanFri 09:00
    LIDE Suíça

    Brazil Economic Forum – EFTA–Mercosur FTA

    LIDE Switzerland's forum on what the EFTA–Mercosur free trade agreement means for trade and investment between Brazil, Europe and Switzerland, with CEOs, investors, founders and public leaders. Save the date: registration opens by mid-November; places subject to confirmation.

    LIDE Suíça · Zürich (venue to be confirmed)
  • 06 NovFri 18:30

    Im SHED trifft Pinot Noir auf Wild

    Members' Big Bottle Dinner: four-course game menu with a 2018 Malanser Pinot Noir (Weingut Studach) from 9-litre bottles. Host approval required.

    SHED Zug · SHED Zug, Dammstrasse 16, Zug · CHF 415
  • 12 NovThu 18:30

    SHED Cigar Circle Monthly Brand mit Plasencia: Il Cielo in deiner Hand

    Launch of SHED's Monthly Brands series with the Plasencia tobacco family. CHF 50 cigar and cocktail; CHF 125 with dinner.

    SHED Zug · SHED Cigar Lounge, Dammstrasse 16, Zug · CHF 50 / CHF 125
  • 12 NovThu 18:30

    Whisky Tasting: Five Regions, One Story

    Five whiskies from Scotland's Highlands, Speyside, Islay, Lowlands and Campbeltown with the Zug Whisky Club, plus a light apéro. Sold out.

    SHED Zug · SHED Zug, Dammstrasse 16, Zug · CHF 60 (sold out)
  • 26 NovThu 18:30

    SHED Cigar Circle Talk: «Zigarrenmekka Zug»

    Historian Michael van Orsouw on why Zug became a cigar hub; talk, two-course menu, cigar and drink.

    SHED Zug · SHED Zug, Dammstrasse 16, Zug · CHF 150
  • 07 DecMon 19:00

    Trust Circle: The Future Of Global Wealth

    Invitation-only evening during Abu Dhabi Finance Week with Crypto Oasis: about 60 guests on capital flows, private markets and digital assets. Request to join.

    Trust Square · Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
  • 19 DecSat 16:00

    SHED Christmas - Members & Family

    Year-end Christmas party for SHED members and families with apéro, food and a kids' area; children up to 12 free.

    SHED Zug · SHED Zug, Dammstrasse 16, Zug · CHF 50
  • 18 MarThu 12:00

    Trust Forum: The Next Global Order

    Invitation-only leadership retreat (18–21 March) for about 250 leaders from finance, technology, government and business on the forces shaping the next global order.

    Trust Square · Villa Beaulieu, St. Moritz · CHF 450–2,950

Every week

Event calendars: LIDE Suíça · SHED Zug · Trust Square

04Taxes & wealth planning

BRTaxes & wealth planningMacro, politics & other

MP 1.399/2026 sets Brazil's 2027 Selective Tax rates, the 'sin tax' of the IBS/CBS reform

The provisional measure, published on 4 November and detailed by the Finance Ministry and Senate on 5 November, sets 2027 rates for tobacco, alcohol, sugary drinks, vehicles, aircraft and vessels that broadly mirror current IPI levels. Vehicles carry base rates of 3.9% to 6.3% with sustainability adjustments, mineral extraction is zero-rated until end-2027 and lotteries pay 0.5%. Collection starts in February 2027; any extra revenue lowers the CBS reference rate, and permanent rates are due in a bill by 31 May 2027.

Why it matters for LIDE membersSwiss and Brazilian groups in autos, beverages, tobacco and mining now have 2027 tax visibility for Brazil pricing and investment cases.

Ministério da Fazenda 2026-11-05Agência Senado 2026-11-05
CHTaxes & wealth planning

Federal Tax Administration: Switzerland's richest 1% hold 45.9% of taxable wealth

The ESTV published direct federal tax statistics for tax year 2023 and new wealth-distribution analyses on 5 November. The top 1% held 45.9% of taxable wealth, close to the two prior years, and average taxable net wealth was about CHF 459,000. Concentration changed little in most cantons, falling in Basel-Stadt and rising in Geneva.

Why it matters for LIDE membersThe data feeds the Swiss debate on wealth and inheritance taxation, followed closely by HNWIs and family offices relocating to Switzerland.

ESTV / admin.ch 2026-11-05

05Private banking & wealth management

CHPrivate banking & wealth management

Liontrust's CEO is looking at Swiss acquisitions to build local investment capability

Liontrust CEO John Ions calls Switzerland the firm's second most important market after the UK and wants to move from distribution into local portfolio management. He says Liontrust has looked at Swiss targets and will keep doing so, without giving a timeline, after its failed bid for GAM.

Why it matters for LIDE membersAnother foreign buyer adds demand to Swiss asset-management M&A, supporting valuations of independent managers.

finews.ch 2026-11-06

06Private Market

CHPrivate MarketAI & Infrastructure

China blocks SoftBank's USD 5.4bn takeover of ABB Robotics

ABB said on 5 November that China's foreign-investment security review has prohibited the sale of its robotics division to SoftBank, agreed in October 2025 at an enterprise value of about USD 5.4bn and already cleared by the European Commission. China is the division's largest market, with more than 90% of robots for Chinese customers built locally, which puts the carve-out in doubt. ABB says it is working constructively with the authorities and has not set out an alternative.

Why it matters for LIDE membersIndustrial data and physical AI are now treated as strategic assets, a new risk for cross-border M&A and exit routes, including for Swiss groups with large Brazilian and Chinese operations.

SWI swissinfo.ch (Keystone-SDA) 2026-11-05Bloomberg 2026-11-05Silicon Republic 2026-11-05
BRPrivate Market

Suzano posts record R$16.5bn quarterly revenue after consolidating the Arbex tissue JV

Suzano reported 3Q26 net revenue of R$16.5bn (+36% year on year), adjusted EBITDA of R$5.7bn and net income of R$2.1bn after market close on 5 November. Revenue jumped mainly because it now fully consolidates Arbex, its 51/49 tissue joint venture with Kimberly-Clark, for which it paid about USD 1.3bn. Leverage in dollars rose to 3.7x net debt/EBITDA, or 3.4x pro forma.

Why it matters for LIDE membersBrazil's leading forestry exporter is moving into consumer goods, and its higher leverage matters to credit and equity investors.

Business Wire via StockTitan 2026-11-05InfoMoney 2026-11-06
CHPrivate Market

Partners Group strengthens its European infrastructure team with hires from CPP Investments and OMERS

The Zug-based firm has hired Philip Butcher, who led CPP Investments' global data-centre strategy, and Timm Degenhardt from OMERS Infrastructure as Managing Directors, plus Sarah Johnson from iCON Infrastructure. Partners Group manages USD 41bn in infrastructure and says it has closed its largest direct infrastructure programme, at more than USD 15bn.

Why it matters for LIDE membersSwitzerland's largest private-markets manager is scaling up in data centres and energy infrastructure, the same themes drawing foreign capital to Brazil.

finews.ch 2026-11-06
BRPrivate MarketUnconfirmed report – NeoFeed

Heineken takes control of Better Drinks (Praya, Mamba Water); deal value disputed

Heineken Brasil is buying all common shares of Better Drinks, owner of Praya beer and Mamba Water, from its 67 shareholders in an all-cash deal subject to Cade approval. NeoFeed reported a price of R$500m; Heineken says that figure and the reported payment terms do not match what was agreed, and NeoFeed stands by its report.

Why it matters for LIDE membersA strategic buyer taking out a founder-led, VC-backed consumer brand is a useful exit benchmark for Brazilian venture investors.

NeoFeed 2026-11-05
BRPrivate Market

HBR sells mall stakes and a Faria Lima office tower to an SPX fund for R$937.7m

HBR Realty agreed to sell stakes in three shopping centres and 90.9% of the Lead Corporate Faria Lima building to SPX Portfólio Alfa, a new real-estate fund managed by SPX Real Estate. The price is R$937.7m: R$562.6m in cash at closing and R$375.1m in four IPCA-indexed annual instalments in escrow, with closing expected by 11 November.

Why it matters for LIDE membersLocal managers are buying prime São Paulo income assets in volume, a pricing reference for real-estate investors.

Exame 2026-11-05

07Crypto & digital assets

BRCrypto & digital assetsFintechUnconfirmed report – BitNotícias

BCB 589 cut-off takes effect today: Brazilian banks must stop serving unauthorised crypto providers

From 6 November, banks, payment institutions and other BCB-authorised institutions may not carry out or support crypto operations, including trading, custody, FX and related payment accounts, with providers that are not authorised or in transition. BitNotícias reports, citing unnamed sources, 121 licence applications of which 5 will not be analysed; the BCB's official list of firms in transition had not been seen at press time. Firms that did not apply must wind down by about 29 November.

Why it matters for LIDE membersMembers with Brazilian crypto exposure or treasury flows through local exchanges should check that their counterparty is on the BCB list, as unlisted providers can lose Pix and bank rails from today.

BitNotícias 2026-11-04Coin Insider 2026-11-02
BRCrypto & digital assetsFintech

Mercado Bitcoin to reopen in phases from 9 November after the hack and pledges to cover all client losses

Brazil's largest crypto exchange, hacked on 2 November, will reopen gradually from Monday 9 November, first with view-only access to balances, then transfers, withdrawals and trading module by module. Frozen funds in the attacker's wallets rose to more than USD 15m, and MB says it will refill affected wallets from its own funds. On-chain analyst Bitquery puts outflows at about USD 48.6m across 11 chains, above the roughly USD 36.3m in MB's FAQ.

Why it matters for LIDE membersThe hit lands on a leading licence applicant in the week the BCB 589 cut-off starts, putting custody risk at the top of any Brazilian crypto due diligence.

Livecoins 2026-11-05KuCoin News (CoinGape/Bitquery) 2026-11-05
BRCrypto & digital assetsPrivate banking & wealth management

Itaú clients tripled bitcoin purchases right after Brazil's election result, using it to dollarise

Guto Antunes, Itaú's head of digital assets, told the OranjeBTC Summit 2026 that client bitcoin purchases rose threefold in the first hours after the election result, with clients preferring bitcoin to dollars or USD stablecoins. Bradesco's Douglas Corazza said both banks are studying new products, including loans backed by bitcoin.

Why it matters for LIDE membersBrazil's largest banks are becoming the regulated on-ramp for political-risk hedging, relevant for private bankers serving Brazilian clients.

Exame 2026-11-05
BRCrypto & digital assetsFintech

OKX launches a Pix-funded dollar-stablecoin app and international card in Brazil while its licence is pending

OKX Money converts reais deposited via Pix into a dollar stablecoin in a self-custody wallet for a 0.49% fee, and the Monavate-issued OKX Card has no annual fee and 2% to 10% cashback. Exame reports that card purchases carry no IOF. OKX has applied to the BCB for authorisation and the application is still under review.

Why it matters for LIDE membersGlobal exchanges are competing with banks for Brazilian dollarisation via stablecoins, and the IOF treatment of these flows is a point to watch.

Exame 2026-11-05

08AI & Infrastructure

BRAI & Infrastructure

Ascenty builds its own R$200m power line as the grid becomes Brazil's data-centre bottleneck

At DCD Connect Brasil, Ascenty said it is investing R$200m in a 35 km line to its own substation in Sumaré (SP) to supply a data centre, and asked for the self-build option it used in distribution to be allowed in transmission too. A data centre takes about 18 months to build, but grid works can take 4–5 years, and new AI projects need 100–150 MW connections.

Why it matters for LIDE membersGrid access, more than tax incentives, is becoming the binding constraint on Brazil's data-centre case, opening room for private transmission and energy investors.

TeleSíntese 2026-11-05
BRAI & Infrastructure

Brazil's data protection authority ANPD turns six without a president as AI enforcement grows

The ANPD published an 85-page report on its 2020–2026 work: staff grew from 77 in 2021 to 412, and incident reports rose 31.8% year on year. Its presidency is vacant and a successor needs presidential nomination and Senate approval. The report highlights AI enforcement, including the 2026 joint inspection of Grok over non-consensual deepfakes and a TikTok fine of about R$153.7m.

Why it matters for LIDE membersWith the AI bill PL 2338 still pending, the ANPD is the de facto AI enforcer, so its leadership and priorities matter for anyone deploying AI in Brazil.

Mobile Time 2026-11-06

09Fintech

BRFintechPrivate banking & wealth management

Revolut earmarks USD 1bn for Latin America and calls Brazil its largest expansion market

Revolut has set aside at least USD 1bn, to be spent over several years, for Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Peru and Argentina, after taking control of Banco Cetelem in Argentina and reaching 1 million customers in Mexico in eight months. In Brazil it has no active acquisition talks and no timeline for a full banking licence. A recent secondary sale valued the group at USD 115bn.

Why it matters for LIDE membersA well-funded global neobank adds pressure on Brazilian banks and wealth platforms for affluent and cross-border clients.

Bloomberg Línea 2026-11-06
BRFintechPrivate banking & wealth management

Brazil's deposit guarantee fund FGC confirms a breach exposing investors' personal and tax data

The Fundo Garantidor de Créditos says attackers accessed systems used to pay guarantees to clients of liquidated institutions, exposing names, CPF numbers, emails, birth dates, taxes withheld and the distribution channel. The intrusion was detected on 26 October; the FGC has not said how many people are affected, has notified the ANPD and reports no evidence of financial loss. It warns of follow-on phishing after the mass payouts tied to the Banco Master liquidation.

Why it matters for LIDE membersWealthy Brazilian investors and their bankers should expect targeted social-engineering attempts.

InfoMoney 2026-11-05BitNotícias 2026-11-05

10University spin-offs & innovation labs

CHUniversity spin-offs & innovation labs

Patented ETH Zurich process turns plastic bags into industrial-grade adhesive

ETH Zurich chemists led by Tae-Lim Choi have developed a one-step, light-activated process that upcycles polyethylene and polypropylene waste without special catalysts or high temperatures; the first product is an adhesive that meets industrial load-bearing requirements. ETH has patented it and nominated it for the 2026 Spark Award on 26 November, and industry talks are under way.

Why it matters for LIDE membersA licensable circular-economy technology with clear industrial uses, relevant for Brazilian packaging and petrochemical groups seeking Swiss IP.

ETH Zurich News 2026-11-05

Watchlist / upcoming

Editor's note
The only bilateral item today is the Swiss referendum campaign against EFTA–Mercosur, sourced from a party campaign page. The BCB's official list of crypto firms in transition had not been published at press time. Valor Econômico and Portal do Bitcoin could not be accessed, and there was little Swiss crypto or fintech news in the window. Events: SHED Zug and Trust Square calendars refreshed; LIDE Suíça's Brazil Economic Forum (22 January 2027) unchanged.

The Daily Clipping is published by LIDE Switzerland and covers news on the Brazil–Switzerland corridor. More about LIDE Switzerland at lidesuica.ch.