Center for Studies in Economics and Investments
Producing knowledge to transform economic and strategic decisions
The Center for Studies in Economics and Investments (CENI) focuses on economic analysis, public policy evaluation, and advanced studies on markets and investments. Its mission is to integrate academic rigor and practical applicability, offering diagnoses and solutions that contribute to sustainable development, market efficiency, and evidence-informed decision-making.
We operate in an interdisciplinary manner, connecting economics, finance, public policy, and innovation, always focusing on generating high-impact knowledge for companies, governments, and civil society.
Main activities:
- Development of applied research in economics, finance, and public policy.
- Production and dissemination of specialized reports, articles, and newsletters.
- Provision of courses, workshops, and training for professional development.
- Technical consulting for companies, governments, and organizations.
- Monitoring of indicators and maintenance of thematic observatories.
- Organization of scientific events, forums, and debates.
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Education
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Publications
Conjuncture Analyses
Technological innovation and productivity in Brazilian agribusiness: where we are and where we are going
Brazilian agribusiness has innovated, increased productivity, and reached a new level — it now faces the challenge of turning innovation into sustained growth.
Isabela Romanha de Alcantara I Ricardo Harbs
Brazil’s Coffee Export Market: Overview and Outlook
Amid record exports and the impact of the U.S. tariff, Brazilian coffee faces immediate challenges and is repositioning its strategies in the global market.
Isabela Romanha de Alcantara | Ricardo Harbs
April 28, 2026
Think global, act local
Territorial innovation and positioning strategies in the interior of São Paulo For decades, the narrative of innovation in Brazil was dominated by the major capitals, which represented the most common imaginaries when the subject was technology, startups, and the knowledge economy. In recent years, however, a city in the interior of São Paulo has begun to appear with increasing frequency in reports, […]
Natasha Barreto de Oliveira
October 21, 2025
The construction of value in the attention market
Rebranding as a tool to differentiate, engage, and sustain long-term relationships The education sector, historically marked by tradition and formality, has been challenged by the so-called attention economy, where brands compete not only for students but also for time, engagement, and relevance. This notion has gained strength in recent decades and was systematized by […]
Natasha Barreto de Oliveira
August 21, 2025
Marisa Maiô’s artificial intelligence
When creativity meets memory and activates a generation’s repertoire I was scrolling through the reels feed on Instagram when I was surprised by a talk show worthy of Silvio Santos and Casos de Família — all at the same time. The saturated colors, the sharp cuts, the witty jokes, and a certain nostalgia […]
Natasha Barreto de Oliveira
Team
Executive Board
Researchers
Ricardo Harbs
Coordinator
Economist. Doctor in Applied Economics from ESALQ/USP. Manager at the Institute for Research and Continuing Education in Economics and Business Management (PECEGE) and professor at Faculdade Pecege.
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