Brazil’s Focus Report Opens 2026 With Inflation Near The Ceiling, Rates Still Heavy

Key Points Markets see 2026 inflation at 4.06%, still inside Brazil’s target band but close to the top. The same survey implies expensive credit will linger, even if the Selic falls from 15% to 12.25%. Debt, deficits, and a large current-account gap help explain why expectations remain sticky. Brazil’s first Focus Report of 2026 delivers […]