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The document summarizes the AES Brasil Group and its companies in Brazil. It notes that AES Brasil has a presence in Brazil since 1997 through seven companies in the energy sector. It operates in generation, distribution, trade and telecommunications. Key points include over $5.8 billion invested from 1998-2009 and strong cash generation capacity. The document also provides an overview of AES Tietê and AES Eletropaulo, the largest generation and distribution companies respectively. It discusses the companies' concession areas, operational performance, investments and financial highlights. The energy sector outlook in Brazil is also summarized, with expected growth in GDP, electricity consumption and the generation matrix through 2019.