Analysts Sharply Divided on Outlook for Brazil. The differences in opinion on the chances of a default on Brazil's sizable public debt and a return of high inflation have become more striking as the political uncertainty there grows. By Simon Romero. [
New York Times: International]
Out Front in Brazilian Runoff, Leftist Is Wary of a Spill. Neither candidate seems to consider the outcome a foregone conclusion, and both are trying to strengthen their bases of support. By Larry Rohter. [
New York Times: International]