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When it comes to Vale, Muckerman suggests that while corruption may not be as pronounced, the company still faces severe challenges, particularly with the iron ore market in decline. The effects of the overarching economic issues in Brazil are palpable, making it difficult for any commodity producer, including Vale, to thrive. O'Reilly recalls a time when even Warren Buffett made a notable move by investing in the Brazilian real back in 2007, signaling the fluctuating fortunes of Brazilian commodities through the years.