On Monday, November 20, 2023, Brazil’s country risk index, measured by the 5-year Credit Default Swap (CDS), fell to 155 points. This marks its lowest level in nearly three years, the last similar reading being 153 points in February 2021. World Government Bonds reported this recent update. For historical trends of the index, the Investing […]
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