Interest rate futures in Brazil have risen for the fourth consecutive session this Friday, nearing 13% for various maturities. The yield curve reflects growing doubts about President Lula’s government’s fiscal policy, compounded by global economic uncertainties. Out of the 14 trading sessions in October so far, rates have increased in ten instances. This trend highlights […]
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