| Asset | Level | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Bovespa | 188,052.00 | +0.05% |
| USD/BRL | 5.16 | +0.05% |
| EUR/BRL | 5.95 | +0.12% |
| Vale | 15.91 | +5.36% |
| Petrobras | 20.75 | -0.29% |
| WTI Crude | 109.46 | -1.86% |
| Gold | 4,723.50 | +1.55% |
| Bitcoin | 69,239.75 | +0.37% |
| Brazil Short-term Rate | 15.00% | +0.00% |
| Brazil Long-term Rate | - | - |
| Data | Prior | Cons | Actual |
|---|---|---|---|
| No events available | |||
Brazil Exports Value | Type: macro_line | Exports USD: 3.267e+10 (2026-02-01) | Range: 2.146e+10–3.267e+10 | Trend(6pt): 2.491e+10,2.853e+10,2.84e+10,2.973e+10,2.95e+10,3.267e+10
| Data | Prior | Cons | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&P Global Services PMI | 53.10 | - | 05:00 |
| Tuesday (2026-04-07) | |||
| Trade Balance | 4,210m | - | 10:00 |
| Thursday (2026-04-09) | |||
| Retail Sales Month-over-Month | 0.40 | - | 04:00 |
| Friday (2026-04-10) | |||
| Inflation Rate Month-over-Month | 0.70 | - | 04:00 |
| Inflation Rate Year-over-Year | 3.81 | - | 04:00 |
| Business Confidence Index | 46.60 | - | 06:00 |
Brazilian markets ended with modest gains, as the Bovespa index rose 0.05% to 188,052, driven by robust mining sector performance. Vale shares jumped 5.36% to 15.91, fueled by commodity demand. The USD/BRL pair edged up 0.05% to 5.16, indicating slight BRL depreciation amid global risk aversion, while EUR/BRL increased 0.12% to 5.95.
Petrobras declined 0.29% to 20.75, weighed down by a 1.86% drop in WTI crude to 109.46. Gold advanced 1.55% to 4,723.50, bolstering safe-haven appeal and supporting exporters. Bitcoin rose 0.37% to 69,239.75, while Brazil's short-term rate remained unchanged at 15.00%.
No significant data releases occurred, allowing focus on fiscal optimism and commodity trends. The session underscored export-linked equity resilience despite international uncertainties.
Today's highlight is the S&P Global Services PMI at 05:00 ET, with a prior reading of 53.1, providing clues on service sector strength under elevated rates. Tomorrow features the Trade Balance at 10:00 ET, following a previous surplus of 4.21 billion, which may highlight commodity export trends like iron ore and soybeans. Thursday brings Retail Sales MoM at 04:00 ET, with prior growth of 0.4%, shedding light on consumer spending.
Friday includes Inflation Rate MoM and YoY at 04:00 ET, with previous figures of 0.7% and 3.81%, essential for assessing inflation dynamics. Also on Friday, the Business Confidence Index at 06:00 ET follows 46.6, gauging private sector outlook. These releases could influence Selic expectations and fiscal views.
Brazil's biomass-focused bioeconomy plan targets growth by 2035, harnessing renewables to enhance exports and reduce reliance on oil and iron ore. The president pledged to safeguard the economy from West Asia conflict impacts, focusing on trade and energy stability. Visa-free access expansion to nations like Mexico, Iceland, South Korea, Poland, Singapore, Portugal, and Jamaica is boosting tourism, aiding service recovery and forex inflows.
Iraq-Brazil trade gap reached $1.48 billion, signaling potential shifts in bilateral exchanges for goods like soybeans and meat.
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Brazil Short-term Rate | Type: macro_line | Short Rate %: 15 (2026-02-01) | Range: 3.38–15 | Trend(5pt): 3.38,13.25,13.08,11.15,15
WTI Crude Oil | Type: market_hloc | Price USD: 109.8 (2026-04-06) | Range: 55.99–111.5 | Trend(6pt): 57.13,63.21,66.43,95.73,111.5,109.8
Gold Futures | Type: market_hloc | Price USD: 4718 (2026-04-06) | Range: 4376–5318 | Trend(6pt): 4482,5302,4976,5116,4652,4718
Bovespa Index | Type: market_hloc | Index Level: 1.881e+05 (2026-04-02) | Range: 1.605e+05–1.915e+05 | Trend(6pt): 1.605e+05,1.789e+05,1.865e+05,1.834e+05,1.875e+05,1.881e+05
West Asia conflicts are prompting Brazil to protect its economy, especially oil exports and commodity prices amid supply risks. The Iraq-Brazil trade gap widened to $1.48 billion, highlighting vulnerabilities in agricultural exports. WTI crude's 1.86% decline pressures Petrobras and energy-dependent revenues.
NZD weakened after RBNZ held rates steady, reflecting emerging market currency volatility that could affect BRL via carry trades. Gold's 1.55% rise amid safe-haven demand supports Brazil's mining and reserves. China's stimulus rumors may boost iron ore, benefiting Vale.
Bitcoin gains indicate crypto inflows, potentially aiding Brazil's fintech. These elements emphasize Brazil's commodity resilience and fiscal buffers amid global tensions.
The Banco Central do Brasil held the Selic rate at 15.00%, prioritizing a data-dependent strategy for inflation targeting in the 1.5-4.5% range. Recent communications underscore caution on fiscal risks and commodity inflation, with guidance for gradual easing if core pressures ease. The BCB stresses fiscal discipline to stabilize expectations, as noted in statements affirming no imminent changes despite solid retail figures.
This approach suggests restrained near-term cuts, sustaining higher bond yields and impacting rate-sensitive equities. Markets view it as orthodox, curbing USD/BRL volatility in uncertain global conditions. The focus remains on medium-term stability, possibly postponing adjustments until inflation data shows slowdown.