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Brazil Faces Budget Deficit Despite Falling Unemployment Rate

12/31/2025

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Brazil reported a November budget deficit of -R$101.6 billion, raising concerns among global investors about economic stability and the currency.
Unemployment fell to 5.2% in November.
The FGV IBRE Service Confidence Index rose to 90.6 but remains below normal levels.
The central bank's policy rate remains at 15%, balancing short-term comfort with long-term price credibility.

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Brazil reported a November budget deficit of -R$101.6 billion, raising concerns among global investors about economic stability and the currency.
Unemployment fell to 5.2% in November.
The FGV IBRE Service Confidence Index rose to 90.6 but remains below normal levels.
The central bank's policy rate remains at 15%, balancing short-term comfort with long-term price credibility.