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Key Facts
—GDP Growth 2026 The IMF raised its 2026 growth forecast for Brazil to 2.4% in its July 2026 update, up from 1.9% in April.
—Inflation Target Consumer prices rose 4.64% in the twelve months to June 2026. That is above the 4.5% ceiling of the official target band and well above the 3% goal. The central bank now expects inflation to end 2026 near 5.2%.
—Interest Rate Path The Selic policy rate stands at 14.25%, after the central bank cut it by a quarter point on 17 June 2026. It is the third straight cut, but borrowing stays expensive.
