Foreign direct investment into Brazil reached roughly US$47 billion in the first half of 2026, a 33% jump year-on-year, as the current-account deficit
Capital Flows
Key Facts
—Inflows. Brazil attracted US$46.9 billion in foreign direct investment from January to June 2026.
—Growth. The figure represents a 33% increase over the US$35.3 billion recorded in the same period of 2025.
—12-Month Total. Accumulated FDI over twelve months reached US$89.3 billion, equivalent to 3.6% of GDP.
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