From mining to cattle ranching and soya farming, some of the world’s largest companies exploit the region, though many also claim to be giving something back
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CEO: Eduardo Bartolomeo
Main business: Mining – iron, copper, nickel. Also manganese and gold
Ownership: Shareholders
HQ: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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