The Brazilian federal government unlocked R$5.7 billion from its blocked 2026 budget via a decree published on July 30, a decision that signals improved fiscal management and provides a boost to the credibility of the nation's new *arcabouço fiscal*, or fiscal framework. The release of funds reduces the total amount of discretionary spending currently frozen from R$23.7 billion to approximately R$17.9 billion, freeing up resources for various ministries and government programs. The move was specifically justified by a downward revision of mandatory expenditures, primarily reflecting a R$2.7 billion drop in the expected costs associated with Social Security.