Dollar Falls and Closes at R$5.27

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The US dollar declined for the fourth consecutive day, closing at R$5.2798 - a two-month low. Brazils stock index also saw a drop, ending a five-day streak.
No changes in interest rates are anticipated for the U.S. and Brazil this week. The US is expected to keep rates at 3.50–3.75%, while Brazil maintains an annual rate of 15%.
Political tensions are rising due to potential military action by the US against certain countries, as well as the risk of another government shutdown in the US.
There is market uncertainty due to the pending announcement of a new head of the Federal Reserve and ongoing budget voting standoff in the US, with investors concerned about possible Republican pressure for lower interest rates that may compromise the Feds independence.

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On Monday, the dollar declined for the fourth consecutive day, closing at R$5.2798, a 0.13% drop and a two-month low. Brazil’s Ibovespa stock index also fell, ending its five-day streak with a 0.08% loss to close at 178,721 points. This week, the United States and Brazil will decide on interest rates. However, no changes are anticipated, with rates expected to remain at 3.50–3.75% in the U.S. and 15% annually in Brazil. In related news, President Trump has threatened military action against countries not supporting his economic and diplomatic strategies against rivals like Russia and China. He also cautioned Canada about a potential 100 percent tariff should they pursue a trade agreement with China. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded that Canada is not seeking such a deal, while China has asserted that its agreements do not target any specific country.

Potential U.S.-Fed Shakeup, Market Uncertainty Amid Trump’s Nominee & Budget Voting Standoff

Americans are awaiting President Trump’s announcement of a replacement for the head of the Federal Reserve (the Fed). This announcement may come this week. Investors are concerned that Trump’s nominee may yield to Republican pressure for lower interest rates, potentially compromising the Fed’s independence. Tensions are also rising due to the risk of another U.S. government shutdown, with Democrats insisting on budget voting changes in response to the death of Alex Pretti at the hands of federal agents. These various economic and political factors are creating uncertainty in the markets.

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