Selic may fall more than expected in 2026 and reach at least 11%, analysts assess
Investment managers predict that Brazil's Selic interest rate could decrease to at least 11% by 2026, with differing projections among economists.
Economists reduce forecast for Selic for the first time in over four months
Economists have reduced their forecast for Brazil's Selic rate for the first time in over four months, signaling potential changes in monetary policy.
Selic at 2% is one of the factors explaining Bolsonaro's defeat, says Haddad
Haddad attributes Bolsonaro's electoral defeat in 2022 in part to the low Selic interest rate of 2%, which he claims contributed to inflation and economic instability.
Interest rates for Minha Casa, Minha Vida will not fall even with a possible reduction in Selic, says minister
The Brazilian government has no plans to lower interest rates for the Minha Casa, Minha Vida housing program, according to the Minister of Cities, despite expectations of a decrease in Selic rates.
Economists Reduce Inflation Forecast for the Fifth Consecutive Week
Brazilian economists have decreased their inflation forecast for 2026 for the fifth week in a row, now estimating an inflation rate of 3.97% for 2024 according to the Central Bank's Focus survey.
BC signals a drop in Selic, but it is not yet time to run from the CDI
The Central Bank of Brazil signaled a potential drop in the Selic interest rate, but experts caution against hastily abandoning fixed-income investments tied to the CDI.
Banks expect improvement in delinquency with falling Selic and low unemployment
Brazilian banks anticipate a decrease in delinquency rates due to a favorable macroeconomic environment characterized by a falling Selic rate and historically low unemployment levels.
BC keeps Selic at 15% and scenario opens opportunities for investment
The Brazilian Central Bank has maintained the Selic rate at 15%, a decision that directly impacts the financial lives of the population and creates investment opportunities.
A new cycle of interest rate cuts may increase appetite for the stock market and fixed-income securities
The financial market consensus forecasts a decline in the Selic rate by 2026, with projections indicating a drop from 15% to 12.25% per annum, potentially benefiting indebted companies and altering the investment landscape.