Brazil voices deep disagreement with US proposed tariffs over forced labor, government says.

Trump administration proposes up to 12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 economies over forced labor concerns.

The Trump administration has proposed new tariffs of up to 12.5% on imports from 60 economies, citing their failure to curb trade in goods made with forced labor. Trading partners rejected the assertion.

Brazil opposes US tariffs linked to forced labor. The government issued a statement expressing 'deep disagreement' to the proposed measures.

Brazil's government has expressed deep disagreement to the US' proposed tariffs related to forced labor, according to a statement.

VTB may close Rosgosstrakh sale by end-2026, deputy chairman says

VTB may close the deal to sell insurance company Rosgosstrakh by the end of 2026. Dmitry Pianov, First Deputy Chairman of VTB, said at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, as reported by Interfax.

Texas cattle tested for screwworm, rattling agriculture markets: Reuters

Samples from calves in Texas are being tested for possible screwworm infestation, a development that has rattled agricultural markets, according to Reuters.