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Brazil is an “Economic World Cup Winner” According to CNN International

Saturday, July 17th, 2010

Brazil may not have won the world cup but the Latin American country’s success story is an “Economic World Cup Winner” according to CNN International.

Charting the economic situation of the countries who made it through the group stages of the recent World Cup, CNN’s Quest Means Business primetime programme was keen to learn more about booming Brazil, one of the favourites predicted to win the world cup.

Looking for expert advice, CNN International visited Experience International at their central London offices where expert consultant, Dale Anderson, an investor in Brazil; himself, talked passionately about why Brazil is such an attractive investment.

Dale talked about how Brazil offers investors a strong package because of its strong economic growth, high levels of foreign direct investment, a wealth of natural resources, no foreign ownership restrictions, freehold titles available and a clear and simple buying process. Also the quick growth of the middle class in Brazil with access to mortgages provides a viable exit strategy for the future.

The World Cup Effect

Dale also stated how the World Cup, which was watched by millions of people worldwide, has allowed South Africa to be viewed in a very positive light and now all eyes are looking to the next host nation – Brazil. He says,

“The impact of the 2014 World Cup on Brazil will be significant with over 600,000 visitors expected, boosting GDP by around $30 million.”

Some three hundred million dollars has already been invested into the host cities which include Fortaleza, Recife and Natal in the burgeoning NE of Brazil according to the Ministry of Tourism for Brazil. The value of Land for sale in Brazil in this region are predicted to increase by around 20% in the run up to the World Cup as demand for quality accommodation increases.

One land plot investment opportunity. which is seeing interest from both Brazilian nationals, who have already snapped up 40% of plots, but also international investors is Tambaba Country Club Resort. Covering some 150 hectares of prime land, 20 minutes south of the historic city of Joao Pessoa and 45 minutes away from Recife, Tambaba is designed on the highly successful European Center Parcs concept providing 450m2 premium land plots with 148% ROI in 5 yrs from only