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1934Brazil

BRF

BRF is a global food conglomerate that originated from the strategic integration of Sadia and Perdigão, two of Brazil's most significant food processing companies, establishing a diversified portfolio across poultry, pork, and processed foods.

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1969Brazil

Embraer

Embraer, founded in 1969 as a state-owned enterprise in Brazil, evolved into a global aerospace manufacturer specializing in regional, executive, agricultural, and defense aircraft, becoming a leading exporter of high-technology products from the Southern Hemisphere.

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1901Brazil

Gerdau

Gerdau, founded in 1901 in Porto Alegre, Brazil, transformed from a nail manufacturer into one of the world's leading producers of long steel, demonstrating sustained adaptability and global expansion across over a century of industrial evolution.

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1924Brazil

Itaú Unibanco

From the bustling streets of Brazil to the pinnacle of global finance, Itaú Unibanco's legacy is one of ambition, innovation, and transformation.

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1957Brazil

Magazine Luiza

Magazine Luiza evolved from a small gift shop in the interior of Brazil into a leading omnichannel retail giant, pioneering digital transformation and customer-centric innovation in Latin American commerce.

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1969Brazil

Natura

Natura, founded in 1969, evolved from a personalized cosmetics shop in Brazil into a global beauty group, pioneering sustainable business practices and a robust direct sales model that empowered millions of consultants.

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1953Brazil

Petrobras

Petrobras, a state-controlled Brazilian multinational energy corporation, emerged from a nationalist campaign in 1953 to become a global leader in deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, significantly shaping Brazil's economic and energy independence.

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1942Brazil

Vale

Vale, founded in 1942 as a state-owned enterprise in Brazil, evolved into a global mining giant, primarily extracting iron ore and nickel, playing a critical role in the global supply chain for steel and other industrial metals.

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