Brazil Central Bank cuts Selic rate to 14% amid inflation risks
The Monetary Policy Committee (Copom) of the Central Bank of Brazil has unanimously decided to reduce the Selic interest rate by 0.25 percentage points, bringing it to 14% per year. This decision follows a series of gradual cuts aimed at managing inflation while supporting economic activity.
In its latest meeting minutes, Copom highlighted an asymmetric risk profile for inflation, noting that risks to the upside outweigh downside risks. Key inflationary pressures include potential supply shocks related to oil and energy, climate impacts on agricultural productivity, and the de-anchoring of long-term inflation expectations. Specifically, expectations for 2026 and 2027 remain above the 3% target.
The committee also expressed concern regarding the need for harmony between fiscal and monetary policies, suggesting that fiscal uncertainty remains a significant risk factor. Externally, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and uncertainties surrounding U.S. monetary policy continue to contribute to global market volatility.
Separately, Moody’s Local Brasil downgraded Cosan’s issuer rating from AA.br to A+.br with a negative outlook, citing the deteriorating credit quality of its investee, Raízen, which is currently in extrajudicial recovery, and the impact of recent divestments on Cosan’s business profile and dividend flow.
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Banco Central do Brasil · Central Bank of Brazil · Copom · Cosan · Gabriel Galípolo · Moody's Local Brasil · Raízen · Selic
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- [● 5 SOURCES] The Copom reduced the Selic rate to 14% per year. valor.globo.com · www.moneyreport.com.br · www.spacemoney.com.br · www.osul.com.br · oglobo.globo.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The inflation risk balance remains asymmetric to the upside. valor.globo.com · www.moneyreport.com.br · www.osul.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Restrictive monetary policy may need to be maintained for a longer period. www.moneyreport.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Copom emphasized the need for harmony between fiscal and monetary policies. www.spacemoney.com.br · oglobo.globo.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and US policy uncertainty contribute to market volatility. www.moneyreport.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Inflation expectations for 2026 and 2027 are above the target. www.moneyreport.com.br