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Brazilian Real Slides on Fiscal and Election Fears, Central Bank Intervenes to Steady Currency
Brazil's currency weakened past R$5.20 against the dollar as investors pull back due to pre-election fiscal uncertainty, prompting Central Bank intervention.
Brazil’s Central Bank’s ‘Married Operations’ Stabilize Real Amid High Selic Rate
Brazil's Central Bank uses simultaneous spot sales and reverse FX swaps to manage USD/BRL volatility, boosting the carry trade.
Brazil’s Central Bank Deploys ‘Casadão’ FX Operation to Target Carry Trade Mechanics, Not Spot Rate
The Banco Central do Brasil's simultaneous FX action aims to cut the FX coupon, favoring the lucrative carry trade in the Brazilian Real while increasing hedging costs.
Brazil Central Bank to Start FX Swap Rollover on August 5
The Banco Central do Brasil will begin rolling over currency swap contracts maturing on September 1, 2026, to curb volatility in the USD/BRL market.
Brazil Central Bank Announces Rollover of September FX Swaps to Maintain Real Liquidity
The Brazil Central Bank is rolling over its traditional FX swaps, signaling its intent to manage market liquidity ahead of the September expiry.
BCB FX Interventions Target Volatility and Market Functionality, Not Long-Term BRL Rate Level
The Brazilian Central Bank uses FX swaps and dollar repos to smooth price swings in the USD/BRL, maintaining a strict policy against determining the exchange rate level.