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Economic growth and business activity in Goiás

Overview

The state of Goiás has demonstrated significant economic expansion across multiple sectors. In September 2026, the state recorded the opening of 16,572 new companies, representing over R$ 1.7 billion in declared social capital. These new businesses include 25 entities with foreign partners from 15 different countries, spanning sectors such as technology, energy, agribusiness, and construction.

Parallel growth is evident in the tourism and industrial sectors. Tourism activities in the state grew by 4.6% in August 2026, outpacing the national average. Additionally, the state has maintained a rising trade surplus, accumulating US$ 6.243 billion between January and September 2026. Soybean derivatives and the meat sector remain the primary drivers of exports, with China serving as the largest buyer.

In October 2026, the government of Goiás expanded its international outreach by hosting ambassadors and diplomatic representatives from 17 nations at the Palácio Pedro Ludovico Teixeira. Organized by the International Affairs Cabinet (GAI), the meeting aimed to showcase the state’s strategic economic potential and identify cooperation opportunities. This diplomatic effort coincided with the opening of the FICCA Goiás 2026 trade fair, which featured over 200 exhibitors and focused on integrating industry, commerce, and agribusiness to promote regional job creation.

Entities

Goiás · China · FICCA Goiás 2026 · Luís Alberto Pereira · United States

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Goiás government presents economic potential to 17 nations

    Goiás officials met with diplomats from 17 countries in Goiânia to promote economic cooperation and strategic partnerships during the FICCA Goiás 2026 trade fair.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Goiás reports significant growth in tourism and trade surplus

    Goiás saw a 4.6% increase in tourism in August 2026 and maintained a strong trade surplus, driven largely by soybean and meat exports to China and the US.

  3. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Goiás registers 16,500 new companies in September

    Goiás registered over 16,500 new companies in September 2026, totaling R$ 1.7 billion in capital, with 25 businesses involving foreign partners.

Sources

aredacao.com.br · brasilemfolhas.com.br · expresso360.com.br · folhadenoticiasgo.com.br · vivergoias.com.br

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