In its latest Global Economic Prospects report, the World Bank forecasts 'modest but sustained growth' for Latin America's largest economy, estimating that Brazil's GDP will grow by 2,4% in 2014, 2.7% in 201 5 and 3.7% in 201 6 (at market prices). Despite some of the social, political and logistical challenges presented by the upcoming World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, investment in the country's infrastructure ahead of these events is listed as one of the key drivers of economic activity over the next few years, alongside exports growth.
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