Picanha, prices and politics: What Brazil's favorite steak says about the election

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What happened

President Lula promised Brazilians four years ago they'd be able to afford picanha again.

Now, as he seeks another term, the price of the country's favorite cut of beef is telling a different story.

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  • Reported by NPR and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:00 UTC.

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