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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

S&P Global downgrades BRB's credit rating, citing doubts about the bank's capitalization

S&P Global has downgraded the credit rating of Banco de Brasília (BRB) to 'brB-' due to concerns regarding its capitalization capabilities.

Mar 20 • 19:58 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BC resists giving more time for BRB to present solution for losses with Master case

The Central Bank of Brazil is reluctant to grant the Bank of Brasília additional time to address losses stemming from fraudulent transactions with Banco Master.

Mar 20 • 02:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Government Rules Out Helping BRB in Capital Raising

The Brazilian federal government has dismissed the possibility of federalizing the Bank of Brasília (BRB) or using public funds to assist in its capitalization efforts.

Mar 18 • 14:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BRB cancels general assembly and will need to attract new investors to cover Master’s deficit

The Bank of Brasília (BRB) has canceled its general assembly due to legal uncertainties surrounding a proposed sale of properties to address significant financial losses.

Mar 18 • 00:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF Justice overturns injunction and restores law that transfers public properties to BRB to save the bank

The Judiciary of the Federal District has reinstated a law allowing the government to transfer public properties to the Bank of Brasília (BRB) following a judicial decision.

Mar 17 • 22:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

BRB only indicated 'suspicious movements' of Master to COAF after Vorcaro was arrested; relationship between banks began in 2021

The Brasília Bank (BRB) reported suspicious transactions linked to Banco Master after the arrest of businessman Daniel Vorcaro.

Mar 17 • 19:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF court orders suspension of law allowing public land use as collateral for BRB loans

A court in the Federal District of Brazil has suspended a law that permitted the use of public land as collateral for loans from the Bank of Brasília.

Mar 17 • 00:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

GDF appeals to the court to allow the use of public properties to boost the BRB's cash; see arguments

The DF government is appealing a court ruling that blocked the use of public land as collateral for loans from the Bank of Brasília (BRB).

Mar 16 • 23:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'DF has no managerial power': understand the decision that suspended the use of public lands to reinforce BRB's funds

A Brazilian court has ruled against using public lands as collateral for loans from the Bank of Brasília, asserting that the government lacks managerial authority over the bank.

Mar 16 • 16:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Justice grants injunction that prevents the use of public land as collateral for BRB loans

A Brazilian court has prohibited the use of public land as collateral for loans taken by the Bank of Brasília following a recent government bill allowing such actions.

Mar 16 • 13:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF Chamber has already shelved seven impeachment requests against Ibaneis in 2026; two are still pending

The Legislative Chamber of the Federal District has shelved seven of the nine impeachment requests against Governor Ibaneis Rocha, while two remain under review.

Mar 16 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BRB charges R$ 978.3 thousand in payroll loans from former president investigated in the Master case

The Bank of Brasília is pursuing R$ 978,352.60 in payroll loans from its former president Paulo Henrique Costa, who is under investigation for irregularities.

Mar 15 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Banco do Brasil says to TCU it has no interest in federalizing BRB

Banco do Brasil has informed the Brazilian Court of Accounts (TCU) that it is not interested in federalizing the Bank of Brasília (BRB).

Mar 13 • 21:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ibaneis says that the Serrinha do Paranoá area included in the BRB rescue package has no springs

Governor Ibaneis Rocha of the Federal District argues that the Serrinha do Paranoá area included in a financial rescue package for the Bank of Brasília does not contain springs, contrary to expert claims.

Mar 13 • 21:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court of Accounts of the DF demands explanations from Iprev about risk of resources invested in BRB

The Court of Accounts of the Federal District has given the Iprev 30 days to explain potential risks related to its shareholding in the Bank of Brasília.

Mar 12 • 20:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TV Tower, Drive-In Cinema: BRB is considering transferring operational management of large public structures in the DF

The Bank of Brasília (BRB) is considering transferring the operational management of several major public facilities, including the TV Tower and a drive-in cinema, through a public consultation to enhance efficiency and service quality.

Mar 12 • 11:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB questions Ibaneis about green area included in financial aid to BRB and says it may take the matter to court

The Brazilian Bar Association in the Federal District has raised concerns about a green area included in a financial rescue package for the Bank of Brasília, threatening legal action if their questions are not addressed.

Mar 11 • 20:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BRB charges in court a debt of R$ 799 thousand from ex-president investigated in the Master case

The Banco de Brasília (BRB) has filed a lawsuit against its former president, Paulo Henrique Costa, to collect a debt of R$ 799,000 amid ongoing investigations for alleged irregularities involving the bank.

Mar 11 • 18:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Ibaneis sanctions rescue plan for BRB after losses with Master

Governor Ibaneis Rocha sanctioned a rescue plan for the Bank of Brasília (BRB) following losses incurred from fraudulent assets of Banco Master.

Mar 10 • 16:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ibaneis sanctions law that authorizes the use of nine public properties to save BRB

Governor Ibaneis Rocha has sanctioned a law allowing the use of nine public properties to secure funding for the Bank of Brasília (BRB) amidst financial turmoil.

Mar 10 • 16:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After breaking with Ibaneis, PL talks about establishing CPI of Master in the DF Chamber

The PL party has proposed a parliamentary inquiry to investigate operations between Banco Master and Banco de Brasília, following its split from the government of Ibaneis Rocha.

Mar 10 • 16:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court of Auditors of the DF contests the use of health land as collateral to save BRB

The Court of Auditors of the Federal District contests a bill allowing the use of a health ministry property to secure funds for the Bank of Brasília amid its financial troubles.

Mar 10 • 13:42 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB proposes to increase capital by up to R$ 8.86 billion

The BRB (Bank of Brasília) proposed to its shareholders an increase in capital of up to R$ 8.86 billion through the issuance of new shares.

Mar 10 • 13:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BRB proposes a capital increase of up to R$ 8.86 billion

The Board of Directors of the Bank of Brasília has proposed an increase in capital of up to R$ 8.86 billion through the issuance of new shares to strengthen its financial situation.

Mar 10 • 10:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Vorcaro's defense requests the Supreme Court that visits to the owner of Master not be recorded

Daniel Vorcaro's defense has requested that his visits while incarcerated not be monitored or recorded by the Federal Penitentiary in Brasília, emphasizing the need for confidential communication between lawyer and client.

Mar 9 • 15:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Protesters demand protection for Serrinha do Paranoá, environmental area included in project to rescue BRB

Protesters gathered in Serrinha do Paranoá, Brazil, to demand protection for the area amidst a legislative proposal aimed at rescuing the Bank of Brasília (BRB).

Mar 8 • 18:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

District Council Files Complaint with the DF Public Prosecutor Against Project That Cedes Public Land to Support BRB

The Workers' Party in Brazil has filed a complaint against a legislative project that would transfer public properties to the Bank of Brasília, citing legal and financial risks.

Mar 5 • 19:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

District deputies leave the government base after voting against BRB's bill and suffering 'retaliation' from Ibaneis

Brazilian district deputies have left the government coalition after voting against a contentious bill related to the Bank of Brasília, citing retaliation from Governor Ibaneis.

Mar 5 • 18:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB will only publish balance sheet after capital injection completed, says president

The BRB (Bank of Brasília) will publish its financial results for 2025 only after completing a capital injection to cover losses from loans purchased from Banco Master, as part of a strategy to maintain confidence in the bank.

Mar 5 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Deputy calls on MP to prevent use of land as collateral to 'save' the BRB

Deputy Fábio Félix is seeking judicial intervention to stop the GDF from using public land as collateral for a loan to the Brasília bank.

Mar 4 • 20:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Aid to BRB: the best option is to place properties in a real estate investment fund, says bank president

The Legislative Chamber of the Federal District has approved a law to transfer nine public properties to the Bank of Brasília, and the bank president suggests creating a real estate investment fund for these assets.

Mar 4 • 16:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ibaneis dismisses appointees of base deputies who voted against the aid bill for BRB: 'Necessary actions were taken'

The Governor of the Federal District, Ibaneis Rocha, dismissed appointees from government-affiliated deputies who opposed a bill authorizing the transfer of public properties to the Bank of Brasília.

Mar 4 • 11:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See how deputies voted on the bill that authorizes the use of public lands as collateral for BRB loans; text goes to sanction

The Legislative Chamber of the Federal District approved a bill allowing the use of public lands as collateral for loans from the Bank of Brasília.

Mar 4 • 10:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

DF Chamber approves Ibaneis' project to assist BRB after losses with Master

The Legislative Chamber of the Federal District approved a law to provide financial aid to the Bank of Brasília following its losses related to Banco Master.

Mar 3 • 23:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF Legislative Chamber authorizes government to use public lands as collateral for BRB loan

The Legislative Chamber of the Federal District has approved a law permitting the use of public land as collateral for a loan from the Bank of Brasília (BRB).

Mar 3 • 23:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB Employees Send Messages to Deputies and Ask for Support for Project That Could 'Save' Bank

BRB employees are urging deputies for support on a legislative project to provide financial assistance to the troubled Bank of Brasília, amid increased pressure as the vote approaches.

Mar 3 • 20:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After debates, DF Chamber is set to vote on bill that authorizes the use of public land as collateral for BRB loans

The Legislative Chamber of the Federal District is expected to vote on a bill allowing public land to be used as collateral for loans from the Bank of Brasília.

Mar 3 • 18:49 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB bets on Flamengo's bank to generate revenue, says president to DF deputies

The president of BRB (Banco de Brasília) expressed confidence in the digital bank of Flamengo as a business opportunity to generate revenue, addressing the deputies of the Federal District.

Mar 3 • 02:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Master Case: Damage caused to BRB estimated at R$ 8 billion, says president of public bank

The president of the Banco de Brasília announced that the financial damage from failed transactions with Bank Master is estimated at R$ 8 billion.

Mar 2 • 23:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Meeting of the president of BRB with district representatives lasts over eight hours; deputies remain hesitant about the project to capitalize the bank

District deputies had an extended meeting with the president of the Bank of Brasília (BRB), discussing a controversial project that aims to capitalize the bank.

Mar 2 • 22:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Liquidity is preserved, but BRB needs to increase capital to protect itself, says report

An internal report from the Bank of Brasília indicates that while the institution's liquidity is preserved, it is necessary to increase its capital to ensure protection.

Mar 2 • 12:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Master Case: President of BRB Goes to the DF Chamber on Monday to Detail the Bank's Situation

Nelson Antônio de Souza, president of Brasília Bank (BRB), is set to present the bank's financial situation to local lawmakers following significant losses tied to suspicious transactions with Master Bank.

Mar 2 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF Chamber Study Indicates 'Dissipation of Public Assets' in Billion-Dollar Aid Project for BRB

A legislative consultancy in Brazil warns of potential public asset dissipation due to a billion-dollar loan proposal involving public properties as collateral for the Bank of Brasília.

Mar 1 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TCU sets deadline for the Treasury and public banks to inform if they are considering 'federalizing' the BRB

The Brazilian Federal Court of Accounts has given a 15-day deadline for federal banks and the Ministry of Finance to disclose whether they have considered 'federalizing' the Bank of Brasília (BRB).

Feb 27 • 22:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Judge says Vorcaro's fragmented stock purchase in BRB sought to 'hinder traceability'

A judge claims the method used by Daniel Vorcaro to purchase stocks in the Bank of Brasília was intended to obscure the source of funds.

Feb 27 • 13:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

With a low rating in fiscal management, DF will not have the Union's guarantee to take out a loan and reinforce BRB

The Federal District of Brazil is unable to secure a Union guarantee for potential loans to boost the Bank of Brasília due to a low payment capacity rating.

Feb 27 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sale, incorporation into assets, loan guarantee: know what BRB can do with the properties offered by Ibaneis

The government of the Federal District has proposed a law to transfer nine public properties to the Bank of Brasília to improve its financial situation after failed transactions.

Feb 26 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

R$ 1 billion deficit in the DF's treasury complicates assistance to BRB, and help from the Union seems unavoidable

The District Federal government ends 2025 with a R$ 1 billion deficit, complicating the assistance to the Bank of Brasília and likely necessitating federal aid.

Feb 26 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB proposes a capital injection of up to R$ 8.86 billion for the bank after losses with Master

BRB has proposed a capital injection of up to R$ 8.86 billion for its shareholders following losses related to Banco Master.

Feb 26 • 00:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB calls shareholders to vote on bank capital increase on March 18

The BRB (Bank of Brasília) has summoned its shareholders for a special assembly on March 18 to vote on a proposed capital increase, which hinges on the approval of a law project by the local government.

Feb 25 • 17:34 UTC

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