deal opening

[/diːl ˈoʊpənɪŋ/]
nounpl: deal openings
abertura de negócio
1. The initial phase or first opportunity in a business negotiation or transaction
The deal opening presented favorable terms for both parties.
A abertura de negócio apresentou termos favoráveis para ambas as partes.
2. In card games (especially poker or bridge), the initial dealing of cards to players
The deal opening determined who would start the game.
A distribuição inicial determinou quem começaria o jogo.
3. The commencement or beginning of a commercial arrangement or agreement
The deal opening was negotiated by senior executives.
A abertura do negócio foi negociada por executivos sênior.
In Brazilian business culture, 'deal opening' is an important phase where relationship-building (jogo de cintura) and initial trust establish the tone for negotiations. In the USA, particularly in NYC financial markets, deal openings are often more formal and transactional, focusing on terms and conditions from the outset.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
negotiation starttransaction commencementopening bidinitial offer
Antonyms / Antônimos
deal closingnegotiation endtransaction completion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
abertura de negócio
Standard term used in business contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
início da negociação
More commonly used in corporate finance circles
Rio de Janeiro
abertura da proposta
Alternative phrasing in business discussions
Portugal
abertura do negócio
Similar usage but with slightly different commercial terminology

Related Words

negotiationbusiness transactionoffercontractclosingbidding

Related Idioms & Phrases

open the deal
get the deal off the ground
kick off negotiations
make an opening move
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