The dollar experienced a slight decline, closing at R$ 5.69, despite external pressures. Earlier in the trading session, it reached R$ 5.73 due to rising U.S. Treasury yields and fiscal uncertainties in Brazil. During the day, the dollar surpassed R$ 5.70 but weakened towards the end of the session due to market adjustments. It finished […]
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