The discussions surrounding the potential end of the 6x1 work schedule in Brazil, consisting of six days of work followed by one day of rest, have yielded conflicting perspectives among economic experts. Some reports suggest that such a change could lead to increased costs for companies, job losses in the formal sector, and a contraction of the nation's GDP. Conversely, other analyses argue that these negative outcomes may not be significant, indicating that expenses could rise only once, and if planned properly, the adverse effects could be mitigated.

A proposed amendment to Brazil's Constitution aimed at reducing work hours was approved by a Senate committee at the end of the previous year. This proposal outlines a gradual reduction in working hours, decreasing from the current 44 hours per week to 40 hours in the year following its enactment, with subsequent annual reductions leading down to a target of 36 hours per week. This scaling approach is viewed by several economists as a strategy that would diminish the immediate economic shocks associated with the new labor regulations.

Experts in the fields of economics and labor market research, as reported by Folha, align on two significant points regarding this proposed labor adjustment. They agree that scaling the implementation of reduced hours would lessen the immediate impact on the economy and that reducing work to 40 hours per week is a feasible and practical scenario. The outcome of these legislative changes and their implementation could have lasting effects on labor dynamics in Brazil and necessitate careful consideration of various economic indicators before finalizing any decisions.