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Brazil Finance Minister Durigan Defends Fiscal Framework Days Before Pivotal Election
Finance Minister Dario Durigan published an op-ed to reassure global investors of Brazil’s fiscal commitment ahead of the October 4 presidential vote.
Independent Senate Body Projects R$86 Billion Deficit for Brazil's 2027 Budget
Brazil's Independent Fiscal Institution forecast an R$86.1 billion primary deficit for 2027, severely challenging the government's R$18.6 billion surplus target.
Brazil’s Biggest Fiscal Threat is a Slow Deterioration, Not a Sudden Crisis
Brazil’s failure to contain spending, projecting a R$59.1 billion primary deficit for 2026, poses the biggest risk to the economy.
Fiscal Credibility Cracks as Brazil’s Deficit Worsens Amid Pre-Election Spending Exemptions
Brazil's projected 2026 primary deficit worsened to R$59.1 billion as Congress and the Executive approve new spending outside the fiscal rule's cap.
Lula Government Approves Fiscal Curbs for 2027 Amid Push for Pre-Election Spending
Brazil's Congress approved spending triggers for 2027, deferring austerity while the government seeks new exemptions for 2026 spending.