EWZ – iShares MSCI Brazil ETF

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The iShares MSCI Brazil ETF (EWZ) is an exchange-traded fund designed to track the investment results of an index composed of Brazilian equities. It provides investors with exposure to large and mid-sized companies in Brazil, offering a way to access the performance of the Brazilian stock market. EWZ is a popular choice for those looking to invest in emerging markets, specifically focusing on Brazil’s diverse economy, which includes sectors like financials, materials, energy, and consumer staples. The fund’s performance is influenced by factors such as Brazil’s economic policies, commodity prices, and global market trends. Investors often turn to EWZ for diversified exposure to Brazilian equities without having to buy individual stocks, making it a convenient option for those seeking investment in this Latin American market. News on EWZ, analysis of EWZ, and market trends are crucial for understanding its potential risks and returns.

Brazil ETF (EWZ) Testing Resistance: Time to Take Profits?
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Brazil ETF (EWZ) Testing Resistance: Time to Take Profits?

📈 The ETF has reached a key resistance area after a recent upward move.

⏳ Momentum indicators (ADX) still show strength, suggesting the upward move might have more room, but confirmation is needed.

🔄 Two likely scenarios: a consolidation below resistance before a potential fall, or a break above resistance followed by a retest as support.

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Brazil ETF Rising, But Still Trapped in Bear Trend
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Brazil ETF Rising, But Still Trapped in Bear Trend

📉 Despite recent gains, the EWZ Brazil ETF remains firmly within a long-term bearish trend, with lower highs.

🚧 A key resistance level is identified around $27; breaking this level and the downtrend line is necessary to signal a potential trend change.

⚠️ While the ETF shows patterns for a short-term rise, entering now is considered risky due to the prevailing downtrend; confirmation of a break is advised.

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Brazil’s Market Beckons: Is EWZ the Key to Latin American Growth?
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Brazil’s Market Beckons: Is EWZ the Key to Latin American Growth?

📈 Brazil's market shows resilience and potential decoupling from US downturns, presenting a unique investment opportunity.

🗳️ Upcoming elections and potential political shifts in 2025 could provide a tailwind for Brazilian assets, currently seen as potentially undervalued after a significant drop in 2024.

💰 EWZ offers broad exposure to Brazil's potential but active management (like the discussed Patrimonio 7 fund) might outperform by selectively choosing stocks and avoiding weaker index components.

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EWZ vs. Merval: A Shift in Favor of Argentina?
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EWZ vs. Merval: A Shift in Favor of Argentina?

🇧🇷 This chart compares Merval against EWZ (Brazil's stock market) to determine which is more convenient to be positioned in.

📈 From 2014 to 2019, they were lateral; after the 2019 PASO, Merval fell more and EWZ less. From 2022, Merval's bull market began, leaving EWZ far behind.

🤔 Since the beginning of this year, there's been a strong correction in favor of Brazil. After touching the 200-day moving average, it seems to have found a floor and rebounded, suggesting it might be more convenient to be positioned in Argentina than in Brazil, at least in the short term.

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