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Lula targets voter abstention ahead of Brazil runoff

Brazil's President Lula cites the 21.08% first-round abstention rate as the main hurdle for the second round, indicating a strategic push to re-engage disaffected voters. The challenge underscores potential voter fatigue and could influence campaign tactics and turnout, which may affect the election outcome.

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Brazil Election Runoff: Bolsonaro Leads Lula, Markets Rally on Fiscal Hopes

Flávio Bolsonaro secured 47% of the first-round vote, leading Lula (45%) and forcing a runoff on October 25. Brazilian financial markets reacted positively to Bolsonaro's stronger-than-expected performance, with equities surging, the real strengthening, and interest rates falling, driven by expectations of market-friendly fiscal policies and potential reforms. The final outcome remains uncertain, with a close runoff anticipated.

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