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Socio-economic shifts in Mato Grosso do Sul

Overview

Recent data and reports highlight evolving socio-economic trends in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Women are increasingly taking on leadership roles, heading nearly half of the state’s households and 42% of businesses. In response, Governor Eduardo Riedel has emphasized the necessity of integrated public policies, such as the ‘Vale Creche’ program and expanded full-time schooling, to support female autonomy and manage the dual burden of domestic and professional responsibilities. Broad labor market data from the 2025 PNAD Contínua shows that the state’s labor force grew by 21.3% between 2012 and 2025, reaching 1.517 million people. While the transport and public sectors have seen employment growth, agriculture and domestic services have declined. The data also notes a rise in female participation in night shifts, higher educational levels among workers, and a significant decrease in union association, despite a recent uptick in cooperative membership. On the state’s 49th anniversary, Mato Grosso do Sul was identified as the Brazilian state with the highest potential for social mobility. This economic environment is characterized by full employment and a growth rate four times higher than the national average. Governor Riedel attributed these outcomes to strategic public investments in education and professional qualification programs, such as ‘MS Qualifica’. The state currently maintains the second lowest unemployment rate in Brazil and has attracted R$ 81 billion in private investments in recent years. As the state marks 49 years of official installation, the capital, Campo Grande, has demonstrated increased economic competitiveness. The municipality rose 13 positions in the 2026 Municipal Competitiveness Ranking and maintains an unemployment rate of 4.1%. Additionally, the number of active companies in Campo Grande has increased by 44.6% since 2020.

Entities

Mato Grosso do Sul · Eduardo Riedel · Mato Grosso · Campo Grande · Imea

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 23 sources
    Mato Grosso do Sul marks 49 years with leading social mobility

    Mato Grosso do Sul marks 49 years with leading social mobility in Brazil, driven by economic growth and education investments, while its capital, Campo Grande, sees rising competitiveness and low unemployment.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Mato Grosso do Sul labor force grows 21.3% since 2012

    IBGE data shows Mato Grosso do Sul's labor force grew 21.3% between 2012 and 2025, with rising transport sector employment and the highest rate of workers using personal vehicles in Brazil.

  3. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Mato Grosso do Sul women lead nearly half of households and 42% of businesses

    Women lead nearly half of families and 42% of businesses in Mato Grosso do Sul, prompting calls for integrated social policies and support structures to foster economic autonomy.

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