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US tariffs push Brazil's trade to China, US export share hits record low

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Brazil's trade has significantly shifted towards China, with the US share of Brazilian exports hitting a record low of 9.4% in the first half of 2026. This change is attributed to trade tensions and tariffs imposed by the US, which have prompted Brazilian exporters to seek new markets. China has solidified its position as Brazil's top trading partner, accounting for nearly a third of its exports, while the US share has dwindled since 1997. AI

RANK_REASON Significant shift in international trade patterns driven by US policy (tariffs) impacting major economies. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Igor Patrick ·

    Trump’s tariff war pushes Brazil’s trade towards China as US share hits record low

    The US share of Brazilian exports fell to its lowest level since 1997 in the first half of 2026, while China widened its lead as the country’s top trading partner, according to the American Chamber of Commerce for Brazil, whose report landed as Washington held public hearings on …

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