Brazilian Regional Markets
Brazil is a country of continental dimensions, characterized by vast economic, cultural, and social diversity. Beyond the Rio–São Paulo axis, there are regions distinguished by their productive capacity across key sectors such as agribusiness, industry, energy, infrastructure, technology, and international trade. These regional markets are home to a significant portion of the population, contribute to over 60% of Brazil’s GDP, and have played a leading role in driving sustained economic growth.
This is the environment in which Apex operates. Our mission is to unlock local potential by aligning financial expertise with the specific realities of each state, municipality, and production sector. This strategic approach aims to uncover and enhance the distinctive strengths of each region by delivering integrated solutions tailored to the unique dynamics of the local ecosystem.
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Map of Brazilian Regional Markets
R$
6,54 tn
that is, 60% - are all regional markets.
Source: IBGE, 2023
96%
Source: IBGE, 2023
84%
Source: IBGE, 2024
Numbers
Population
Source: IBGE, 2024
70%
GPD
Source: IBGE, 2024
60%
Energy generated
Source: IBGE, 2024
84%
Territorial area
Source: IBGE, 2024
96%
The RJ-SP axis has been losing share in the national GDP, while regional markets are gaining space and growing more in all major sectors of the economy.
Brazilian Jaguars
Within the landscape of Brazil’s regional markets, certain states distinguish themselves through above-average economic growth and a highly attractive business climate. These high-performing states are referred to as Brazilian Jaguars, drawing inspiration from the Asian Tigers—the economies that spearheaded Asia’s rapid development in the latter half of the XNUMXth century.
hese states rank among Brazil’s top 10 most competitive regions, driven by strong performance across key indicators such as fiscal responsibility, infrastructure development, human capital, market attractiveness, public safety, and education (source: Center for Public Leadership, 2024). They also outperform the national average in both GDP growth and Human Development Index (HDI).
Institutional Stability and Public Governance
Unemployment rate lower than the national average
Good Human Development Indexes
Strong Industry and Agribusiness
Investments in Infrastructure and Sanitation
Domestic and international business hubs
Real estate market in strong development
GDP: 20-year compound annual growth (%) of Brazilian Jaguars
Source: IBGE, 2023
HDI: Brazilian Jaguar Human Development Index
Source: Atlas Brasil, 2021
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Apex's Operations in Regional Markets
Apex has strategically positioned itself around the thesis of Brazilian regional markets, focusing its operations in states recognized for their economic dynamism and strong human development indicators.
Transform potential into opportunities for growth and development of the business environment.
Achieve differentiated returns for our investors with products and services adapted to the local ecosystem
To leverage economic growth and social development in the regions where we operate.
Attract attention and investments - from Brazil and the world - to the enormous potential of Brazilian regional markets.