JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Vale, Raises Price Target to $22

Stock Market Today, Oct. 5: Vale Rises Amid Brazil Election Backdrop

Vale surged 2.83% to $14.15 on Oct. 5, 2026, following Brazil's presidential election where conservative candidate Flávio Bolsonaro took a surprise lead in the first round. Investors believe his potential victory could create a favorable fiscal and regulatory environment for miners like Vale. The stock jumped on elevated trading volume of 98.9M shares, with investors also awaiting Vale's late-October earnings report.

Nasdaq 100 Hits Record, Brazil's EWZ Soars 13%: Stock Market Today

Nasdaq 100 hits a record as Brazil's EWZ jumps 13% on Bolsonaro's election upset; ISM services prices hit a four-year high and the 10-year yield tops 5.3%.

Shares of U.S.-traded companies with Brazil exposure are trading higher after the first round of Presidential election balloting showed right-wing candidate Flavio Bolsonaro with a lead over Lula, the current left-wing President. The results may indicate a possible pro-business final election outcome ahead of the October 25 run-off vote, wherein the winning candidate must achieve a majority above 50%.

Brazilian Stocks Rally 14%, Eye Best Day Since 2020 After Bolsonaro's First-Round Victory

Brazil stocks: the iShares MSCI Brazil ETF jumps 13% after Flávio Bolsonaro beats Lula in the first round, setting up an Oct. 25 runoff.