Brazil's post-election policy and economic outlook

This week, we discuss the post-election political and economic outlook for Brazil with Eurasia Group’s Americas Managing Director, Christopher Garman. Following the victory of far-right candidate Jair Bolsonaro, Chris walks listeners through why voters resonated with his message, and what Mr. Bolsonaro will need to deliver through fiscal reforms to keep Brazilian market sentiment buoyed. We discuss his cabinet appointments to date and provide an early preview of his foreign policy leanings will be. Hint: things are going to get frostier with China, and warmer with Washington D.C. Eurasia Group will be closely watching Mr. Bolsonaro’s ability to navigate Congressional dynamics without resorting to the politics of pork and patronage, the very message he campaigned and won on, his ability to do so is critical to any future success as President. Lastly, we close with a quick take on if we can expect a bilateral trade deal between Brazil and the United States in late 2019 or early 2020.