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Brazil shuts down Banco Master over fraud and liquidity issues, seizing assets and halting a Gulf-backed acquisition.
Brazil’s central bank shut down Banco Master, a mid-sized bank with up to $16 billion in assets, citing fraud and liquidity issues.
The move followed a federal investigation into alleged financial misconduct, including risky investments and suspicious bond practices, leading to the arrest of six individuals, freezing of billions in assets, and seizure of luxury items.
A planned acquisition by Gulf-backed group Fictor was canceled, and the bank’s assets were seized.
Clients and creditors will seek recovery through a private entity backed by other banks.
The central bank emphasized the action was based on a thorough investigation, and the finance minister affirmed confidence in the decision.
Brasil cierra Banco Master por problemas de fraude y liquidez, confiscando activos y deteniendo una adquisición respaldada por el Golfo.