deal-making

[/ˈdiːl ˌmeɪkɪŋ/]
noun
negociação
1. the process of negotiating and arranging business agreements or transactions
The CEO's deal-making skills helped the company expand internationally.
As habilidades de negociação do CEO ajudaram a empresa a se expandir internacionalmente.
2. the activity of brokering or mediating agreements between parties
Political deal-making behind closed doors determined the election outcome.
As negociações políticas nos bastidores determinaram o resultado das eleições.
3. shrewd negotiation tactics used to reach favorable agreements
His reputation for aggressive deal-making precedes him in every boardroom.
Sua reputação por negociações agressivas o precede em toda sala de reuniões.
Deal-making is highly valued in American business culture, particularly in New York's financial sector. In Brazil, deal-making (negociação) is equally important but often involves more personal relationships and trust-building. Political deal-making is a recognized practice in both countries, though it carries different connotations depending on context and transparency.
NYC Slang
wheeling and dealing; making moves
Synonyms / Sinônimos
negotiationbargainingbrokeringwheeling and dealingtransaction management
Antonyms / Antônimos
refusal to negotiateinflexibilitynon-cooperation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
negociação
most common term used in business and politics
São Paulo
negociação/fechação de negócios
business hub terminology, often used in corporate contexts
Rio de Janeiro
jogo político/negociação
commonly used in political contexts
Portugal
negociação/acordo
similar to Brazilian Portuguese but with slight formality differences

Related Words

negotiationcontracttransactionbrokeragreementcompromisearbitrationmediation

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut a deal
strike a deal
wheel and deal
horse trading
back-room negotiations
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