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Brazil is facing challenging times on the trade front as record-breaking U.S. tariffs, championed by former president Donald Trump, reshape export flows and global alliances. In 2025, Trump reinstated and expanded tariffs targeting several countries—including Brazil—as part of a renewed protectionist strategy. As reported by Mint, duties now reach 50 percent or even 100 percent on key Brazilian exports like coffee, beef, and steel. This dramatic spike has upended trade, with nearly 12 percent of Brazil’s exports previously going to the U.S. American buyers are now voiding contracts for Brazilian coffee beans due to the 50 percent tariffs, tightening supplies and driving up prices as ICE-monitored arabica inventories hit a 1.5-year low according to Nasdaq. September’s dry weather in Minas Gerais, Brazil’s primary coffee region, is further exacerbating supply worries.
These tariffs have real consequences. According to Argus Media, since the additional U.S. tariffs took effect on August 1, Brazil’s shipments to the U.S. dropped by 17 percent in August. Exports to other markets, especially India, Mexico, Argentina, and China, surged; shipments to India have more than quadrupled, and double-digit increases were seen to Mexico and China as Brazil pivots away from U.S.-centered trade. The biggest port, Santos, handled over 93 million tonnes of cargo in the first eight months of 2025, emphasizing Brazil’s ongoing international reach despite punitive U.S. measures.
At the negotiation table, high-level talks continue. On October 16, Brazil’s Foreign Minister Vieira met U.S. Secretary of State Rubio to request a reversal of the “punitive tariffs," as reported by AFP and Firstpost. While both sides described the session as positive, substantial change remains elusive and Brazil’s top diplomat later called for maintenance of tariffs until further progress is made, signaling a possible stalemate according to NBC 41.
Brazil is not alone in this realignment. Mint notes that both Brazil and India, hit hard by Trump’s protectionist tariffs, are teaming up to triple their bilateral trade from $12 billion to $36 billion and cement alternative alliances. These efforts are part of the wider BRICS strategy to reduce vulnerability to American tariff shocks. With shifting trade priorities and the U.S. imposing unpredictable and politically charged tariffs, Brazil is focusing on new trade agreements with Asia, Africa, and Europe, aiming to dilute U.S. leverage and protect its key industries.
For the latest USD/BRL updates, The Rio Times reports a current exchange rate range of 5.44 to 5.45, with trade talks fueling market uncertainty.
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