Copom Reduces Selic Rate and Consortium Remains a Strategy for Home Ownership
The Copom's decision to lower the Selic rate impacts housing credit accessibility in Brazil, leading many to consider consortia as a viable alternative for purchasing homes.
Slower decline of Selic brings extra challenge for indebted companies
The slower-than-expected decrease in Brazil's basic interest rate, Selic, poses additional challenges for highly indebted companies, complicating their debt management strategies.
Why did your Tesouro Direto fall even with the drop in Selic?
Investors in Brazil are confused about the performance of Tesouro Direto bonds despite a decrease in the Selic rate, leading to negative returns for some.
High Selic and Oil Surplus Help Mitigate Economic Impact of War, Says Itaú
Brazil's high Selic rate and oil surplus are expected to cushion the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, according to Itaú BBA's macroeconomics team.
Lula says he is 'sad' about the Central Bank's decision to reduce interest rates by 'only' 0.25 percentage points
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva expressed disappointment with the Central Bank's decision to reduce interest rates by only 0.25 percentage points, advocating for a greater cut.
Future interest rates skyrocket following the Central Bank's decision and oil price increase
Future interest rates in Brazil rose sharply after the Central Bank cut the Selic rate while taking a cautious stance due to geopolitical tensions.
Is the rise in Selic the ideal response to the inflationary pressure caused by conflicts in the Middle East?
The Brazilian Central Bank has opted for a cautious 0.25 percentage point reduction in its Selic rate, amidst international uncertainties and inflationary pressures from heightened Middle Eastern conflicts.
Copom reduces basic interest rate by 0.25 percentage points; Selic goes to 14.75% per year
The Brazilian Central Bank's Monetary Policy Committee has reduced the basic interest rate to 14.75% amid global uncertainty caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Daily Summary of JN: Iran accuses Israel of bombing the world's largest natural gas field; government proposes to states to eliminate ICMS on diesel imports
Iran claims that Israel has bombed the world's largest natural gas field, as the Brazilian government proposes eliminating ICMS taxes on diesel imports amidst economic measures including a reduction in the Selic rate and legislative actions against domestic violence.
Central Bank rate cut becomes trivial in the face of Trump's war turmoil
The Central Bank of Brazil reduced the Selic rate from 15% to 14.75%, but this small change is overshadowed by the ongoing geopolitical turmoil and its financial implications.
The pace of Selic cuts will be 0.25 points per meeting, say analysts
Analysts predict that Brazil's central bank will reduce interest rates by 0.25 percentage points per meeting due to economic uncertainties stemming from Middle Eastern conflicts.
Copom reduces Selic to 14.75%, but removes projection for further cuts due to war in the Middle East
The Central Bank of Brazil's Copom has lowered the Selic interest rate but has indicated that no further cuts are anticipated due to uncertainties from the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict.
Selic at 14.75% Keeps Fixed Income Attractive; See How Investments Are Affected
The Copom's decision to reduce the Selic rate to 14.75% continues to favor fixed income investments, particularly post-fixed and inflation-indexed securities, according to experts.
Copom reduces the basic interest rate of the economy, Selic, from 15% to 14.75% per year
The Brazilian Central Bank's Monetary Policy Committee (Copom) has lowered the Selic interest rate from 15% to 14.75%, marking the first reduction since May 2024.
Brazil remains second in the world for highest real interest rates after Copom's decision; see list
Brazil continues to have the second highest real interest rate in the world after the Central Bank's Copom reduced the Selic rate.
BC reduces Selic by 0.25 points to 14.75% per year, in the first interest rate cut of Galípolo's management
The Brazilian Central Bank's Monetary Policy Committee has lowered the Selic rate to 14.75% as part of a new monetary easing cycle.
Will the Iran War Prevent the Drop in Interest Rates in Brazil? Understand What Selic Is and How It Affects Your Wallet
The ongoing conflict in Iran may impact Brazil's anticipated interest rate cuts as the Central Bank evaluates the economic situation amidst inflation concerns.
Central Bank expected to cut interest rates for the first time in nearly two years this Wednesday, but surge in oil prices slows intensity
The Central Bank of Brazil is likely to initiate a cut in interest rates, lowering the Selic rate from 15% to 14.75%, amid rising oil prices and inflation concerns.
Dollar sees a strong drop on Monday as investors are attentive to war and Selic
The dollar dropped significantly on Monday as investors reacted to geopolitical tensions and upcoming monetary policy decisions in Brazil.
Economists raise inflation forecast to the highest level this year and expect smaller Selic cut
Brazilian economists have increased their inflation forecast to the highest level of the year, while anticipating a smaller cut in the Selic interest rate following regional conflicts.
Lula's Fortunes Have Few Means to Deal with Trump's Dirty Luck
The Brazilian economy is facing rising interest rates and uncertainty due to global conflicts, particularly affecting expectations for the Selic rate.
Ministry of Finance says interest rate had 'relevant impact' on GDP and projects 2.3% growth in 2026
The Brazilian Ministry of Finance indicates that high-interest rates have significantly slowed GDP growth, projecting a modest increase of 2.3% in 2026.
Economists again reduce interest rate forecast for this year
Economists have once again lowered their forecast for the interest rate in Brazil for the year, now predicting a Selic rate of 12% by the end of the year.
With launch in March, new Treasury Direct title will have 24-hour liquidity; see how it will work
Brazil's Treasury Direct is set to launch a new public security in March allowing for 24-hour investments and withdrawals, aiming to provide greater stability for investors.
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.