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Brazil Finance Minister Haddad says he does not see much reason for real rates to continue rising as they have been

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  • Public spending dynamic is concerning, fiscal framework parameters could be adjusted.
  • Received indications that Tiago Cavalcanti and Guilherme Mello were willing to collaborate with Brazil in central bank roles.
  • Structural reform for the FGC guarantee fund is being discussed following the Banco Master case. 
  • Met with Lula yesterday, he asked Haddad for a few more things before he leaves the ministry. 

What it means

Haddad's comments signal a potential shift in monetary policy, suggesting that the central bank may not need to continue increasing real rates, which could support risk assets in emerging markets. His mention of fiscal concerns indicates that central bank independence may be compromised by government pressures, particularly around public spending. This backdrop could affect expectations around future rate decisions and the broader economic outlook.

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