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Brazilian assets decline as the central bank cuts interest rates while raising inflation concerns.

Bloomberg ·
Brazilian assets decline as the central bank cuts interest rates while raising inflation concerns.
  • The Brazilian central bank, led by Gabriel Galípolo, reduced the Selic rate to 14.25% in a move anticipated by most economists.
  • Investors reacted negatively to the decision, leading to a sell-off in Brazilian markets on Thursday.
  • The central bank's board noted that stimulus measures could further drive consumer prices, which are already exceeding targets.

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“economic growth and inflation had both accelerated, warning that stimulus measures could fuel consumer price increases that are already above target.”— Bloomberg

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