https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brazil-s-surprise-election-outcome-set-to-batter-stocks-realContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brazil-s-surprise-election-outcome-set-to-batter-stocks-realhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brazil-s-surprise-election-outcome-set-to-batter-stocks-real#u162106Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:12:16 +0000Brazilian financial markets brace for a sharp downturn following a surprise presidential election victory by Lula. Analysts forecast a severe market plunge and sliding stock prices for companies exposed to the Brazilian economy after the turnaround runoff result. The unexpected electoral outcome sent national assets diving as traders and investors reacted to the political shift. Lula defeated Bolsonaro in the high-stakes runoff contest to secure re-election, upending prior market expectations and creating immediate pressure on the local currency and equities.Why it mattersBrazil is South Ameri