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Return of the Bolsonaros: Why the far-right surge in Brazilian elections?

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  • Reported by France 24 and published Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:44:35 UTC.

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  7. Brazilian stocks jump as Bolsonaro now seen as heavy favorite to win presidency

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