This is the 9539th most frequent Portuguese word.
conseguinte
"Conseguinte" means "consequent" or "resulting."
In this sentence, 'por conseguinte' is used as a conjunctive phrase equivalent to 'consequently' in English, linking the cause and effect.
O custo foi alto; por conseguinte, tivemos que ajustar nosso orçamento.
The cost was high; consequently, we had to adjust our budget.
Here, 'por conseguinte' introduces a logical consequence of the previous statement, connecting the finished project to the praise received.
Ele terminou o projeto no prazo, sendo por conseguinte elogiado pelo seu chefe.
He completed the project on time, consequently being praised by his boss.
In this context, 'por conseguinte' indicates the direct result of the company making profits, leading to the ability to invest.