BRAZIL HEADS TO THE TOP 5 OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST OIL PRODUCERS

Brazil ended 2025 with a record-breaking oil output of 3.7 million barrels per day, establishing itself among the world’s ten largest producers. Projections show the country could surpass 5 million barrels per day between 2031 and 2032, driven largely by pre-salt expansion, a milestone that would place Brazil in the global Top 5. This growth is supported by new Petrobras platforms and rising foreign investment, reinforcing the country’s leadership in the region. To sustain production beyond 2035, the government is counting on exploration of the Equatorial Margin. The official strategy is to channel oil revenues into financing the energy transition, sparking debate over how compatible the continued expansion of fossil fuels is with long-term climate commitments.
Source: IstoÉ Dinheiro (*Translated by Ia Niani