https://tradeandtill.com/2026-08-20https://tradeandtill.com/share-home.svg https://tradeandtill.com/news/bank-strike-understanding-impact/2026-08-20https://tradeandtill.com/share-bank-strike-understanding-impact.svgBank Strike: Understanding the Impact on Small Business OwnersA national 24-hour bank strike has raised concerns for small business owners who need to pay bills, withdraw cash, or conduct other banking operations. The strike is a result of a deadlock in... https://tradeandtill.com/news/us-aircraft-carrier-leaves/2026-08-20https://tradeandtill.com/share-us-aircraft-carrier-leaves.svgUS Aircraft Carrier Leaves Middle East After 9-Month MissionThe USS Abraham Lincoln has ended its mission in the Middle East and is heading back to San Diego after nine months at sea (Source: InfoMoney) https://tradeandtill.com/news/choosing-right-tax-regime/2026-08-20https://tradeandtill.com/share-choosing-right-tax-regime.svgChoosing the Right Tax Regime for Your Small BusinessSelecting the ideal tax regime is crucial for small businesses in Brazil, as it affects the company's cash flow, product pricing, and competitiveness. This article guides small business owners... https://tradeandtill.com/news/congress-delays-vote-mei/2026-08-20https://tradeandtill.com/share-congress-delays-vote-mei.svgCongress Delays Vote on New MEI Limit Until After ElectionsThe vote on the new MEI limit has been delayed due to disagreements over changes to the Simples Nacional and fiscal impact (Source: Jornal Contabil) https://tradeandtill.com/news/proposal-revert-pens-por/2026-08-20https://tradeandtill.com/share-proposal-revert-pens-por.svgProposal to Revert Pensão por Morte Reduction May Benefit FamiliesA proposal in the Brazilian Congress aims to revert a reduction in the Pensão por Morte benefit, which could benefit families of deceased INSS insured individuals. (Source: Jornal Contabil) https://tradeandtill.com/news/calculating-termination-intermitent-work/2026-08-20https://tradeandtill.com/share-calculating-termination-intermitent-work.svgCalculating the Termination of Intermitent Work Contracts in BrazilBrazil's intermittent work contract system has specific rules for termination and calculating the final settlement. (Source: Jornal Contabil) https://tradeandtill.com/news/brazil-national-traffic-council/2026-08-20https://tradeandtill.com/share-brazil-national-traffic-council.svgBrazil's National Traffic Council Updates Alcohol and Drug Detection Tests for DriversThe Brazilian National Traffic Council (Contran) has updated its guidelines for detecting alcohol and other substances in drivers, introducing a new phase of triage and mandatory retesting before any... https://tradeandtill.com/news/understanding-criteria-withdrawing-fgts/2026-08-20https://tradeandtill.com/share-understanding-criteria-withdrawing-fgts.svgUnderstanding the Criteria for Withdrawing 40% of FGTSThe FGTS is a right of workers with a signed contract that is deposited monthly by the employer and can only be withdrawn under specific conditions. One of these conditions is the dismissal without... https://tradeandtill.com/news/bolsa-fam-lia-payments/2026-08-19https://tradeandtill.com/share-bolsa-fam-lia-payments.svgBolsa Família Payments for August Begin This TuesdayThe Bolsa Família program, a government assistance program, has started making payments for August. The payments are made by the Caixa Econômica Federal and are deposited gradually, based on the last... https://tradeandtill.com/news/does-injured-retiree-right/2026-08-19https://tradeandtill.com/share-does-injured-retiree-right.svgDoes an injured retiree have the right to temporary job stability?The question of whether a retired worker who suffers a work-related accident is entitled to 12 months of job stability divides Brazilian labor law experts and courts. While some argue that retirees... https://tradeandtill.com/news/brazilian-businesses-must-prepare/2026-08-19https://tradeandtill.com/share-brazilian-businesses-must-prepare.svgBrazilian Businesses Must Prepare for PIS/Cofins Replacement and CBS EntryBrazilian businesses must be aware of the upcoming changes in the tax system, as the PIS/Cofins will be replaced by the CBS in 2027. (Source: Jornal Contabil) https://tradeandtill.com/news/can-employers-legally-search/2026-08-18https://tradeandtill.com/share-can-employers-legally-search.svgCan Employers Legally Search Employees' Bags? Understanding Workplace Inspections Under Brazilian...This article explores the legal boundaries of workplace bag searches in Brazil, balancing employers' rights to protect assets with employees' privacy and dignity. It outlines key legal provisions... https://tradeandtill.com/news/latin-america-expansion-cfos/2026-08-18https://tradeandtill.com/share-latin-america-expansion-cfos.svgLatin America Expansion: CFOs Must Evaluate Financial, Regulatory, and Operational Risks for...CFOs of fintechs considering expansion to Latin America must evaluate financial, regulatory, and operational risks to ensure a successful entry into the market. (Source: Jornal Contabil) https://tradeandtill.com/news/brazil-investment-map-what/2026-08-18https://tradeandtill.com/share-brazil-investment-map-what.svgBrazil's New Investment Map: What Changes in Your Wallet in 2027Brazil's new investment map is changing with the arrival of the Reforma Tributária, affecting the way investors earn and pay taxes. Here's what you need to know to prepare your portfolio. https://tradeandtill.com/news/brazilian-businesses-must-submit/2026-08-18https://tradeandtill.com/share-brazilian-businesses-must-submit.svgBrazilian Businesses Must Submit EFD-Reinf by Monday to Avoid FinesBrazilian businesses and accounting firms must ensure they are organized and have accurate information to avoid fines and penalties. (Source: Jornal Contabil) https://tradeandtill.com/news/zero-tax-young-entrepreneurs/2026-08-18https://tradeandtill.com/share-zero-tax-young-entrepreneurs.svgZero Tax for Young Entrepreneurs in Certain CitiesA new bill in Brazil proposes to grant three years of tax exemption to young entrepreneurs in cities with low Human Development Index (HDI) scores. (Source: Jornal Contabil) https://tradeandtill.com/news/simples-nacional-abolish-cash/2026-08-18https://tradeandtill.com/share-simples-nacional-abolish-cash.svgSimples Nacional to Abolish Cash-Based Regime for Tax Calculation in 2027The Comitê Gestor do Simples Nacional has approved changes to the tax calculation method, aligning it with the Reforma Tributária do Consumo. The new rule will abolish the cash-based regime for tax... https://tradeandtill.com/news/navigating-open-market-strategies/2026-08-18https://tradeandtill.com/share-navigating-open-market-strategies.svgNavigating the Open Market: Strategies for Success in AccountingFor new accounting graduates, entering the job market requires a strategic approach. The accounting sector offers various opportunities, from stability in formal employment to autonomy in running... https://tradeandtill.com/news/brazil-pix-payment-system/2026-08-17https://tradeandtill.com/share-brazil-pix-payment-system.svgBrazil's Pix Payment System to Get Stricter in SeptemberBrazil's central bank is implementing new security measures to combat fraud and improve the recovery of values in cases of suspicious transactions. (Source: Jornal Contabil) https://tradeandtill.com/news/receita-update-access-credentials/2026-08-17https://tradeandtill.com/share-receita-update-access-credentials.svgReceita to Update Access Credentials for Reforma Tributária APIsThe Brazilian Revenue Service will update the access credentials for the Reforma Tributária APIs on August 24th, requiring developers and contributors to generate new keys for the CBS systems. https://tradeandtill.com/news/inss-warns-beneficiaries-life/2026-08-17https://tradeandtill.com/share-inss-warns-beneficiaries-life.svgINSS Warns Beneficiaries of Life Prove ScamsThe National Institute of Social Security (INSS) has issued a warning to its beneficiaries about a common scam involving fake life prove notifications. (Source: Jornal Contabil) https://tradeandtill.com/news/transparency-innovation-key-factors/2026-08-17https://tradeandtill.com/share-transparency-innovation-key-factors.svgTransparency and Innovation: Key Factors Strengthening Trade24Seven's ImageIn the digital age, transparency has become a highly valued characteristic among consumers. Trade24Seven is following this market trend, emphasizing the importance of transparency combined with... https://tradeandtill.com/news/government-reduces-fines-small-3675e3/2026-08-17https://tradeandtill.com/share-government-reduces-fines-small-3675e3.svgGovernment Reduces Fines for Small Businesses in BrazilA new resolution from the Comitê Gestor do Simples Nacional has reduced fines for small businesses in Brazil, providing a significant financial relief for micro and small enterprises. https://tradeandtill.com/news/brazil-law-automates-child-1dc472/2026-08-17https://tradeandtill.com/share-brazil-law-automates-child-1dc472.svgBrazil's New Law Automates Child Support Payments Directly from Bank AccountsA new Brazilian law will automate monthly child support payments directly from the debtor's bank account to the beneficiary's account, with immediate account blocking for non-payment. 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