Brazil’s Financial Morning Call for July 1, 2025
Brazil’s financial markets are primed for an active session today, driven by domestic manufacturing data, regional economic indicators, and select global monetary policy signals.
The Central Bank of Brazil (BCB) maintains the Selic rate at 15%, a restrictive stance to address inflation at 4.1% (above the 3% target), as per the Focus Bulletin.
This high-rate environment bolsters the Brazilian real via carry trade but pressures sectors like real estate and retail. With a projected 2025 fiscal deficit of R$100 billion and a 75.8% debt-to-GDP ratio, markets remain sensitive to domestic and global developments.
Today’s key domestic event is the S&P Global Manufacturing PMI at 09:00 AM BRT, which will signal industrial activity and influence expectations for growth in mining and agribusiness.
In Latin America, Mexico’s Manufacturing PMI at 11:00 AM BRT will reflect regional industrial trends, impacting Brazil’s agribusiness trade.
Globally, key events include the Eurozone’s CPI and Core CPI, which will shape demand for Brazil’s commodity exports, and speeches from ECB President Lagarde, Fed Chair Powell, and BoE Governor Bailey, which could sway currency and commodity markets.
The U.S. ISM Manufacturing PMI and JOLTS Job Openings are second-tier events that will provide insights into industrial and labor market trends, affecting Brazil’s metal and agribusiness exports.
These events are pivotal as the Ibovespa tests record highs, the real strengthens, and commodities navigate mixed global demand.
Economic Agenda
Brazil
- 08:00 AM EST / 09:00 AM BRT – S&P Global Manufacturing PMI (Jun): Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 49.4. Signals manufacturing activity, critical for mining and industrial sectors.
Mexico
- 10:00 AM EST / 11:00 AM BRT – Manufacturing PMI (Jun): Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 46.70. Signals regional industrial activity, affecting Brazil’s agribusiness trade.
Japan
- 08:30 AM EST / 09:30 AM BRT – BOJ Gov Ueda Speaks: Actual TBD. Shapes monetary policy expectations, influencing commodity demand.
United Kingdom
- 08:30 AM EST / 09:30 AM BRT – BoE Gov Bailey Speaks: Actual TBD. Signals monetary policy, influencing global risk sentiment and commodity trade.
Eurozone
- 04:00 AM EST / 05:00 AM BRT – Core CPI (YoY) (Jun): Actual TBD, consensus 2.3%, previous 2.3%. Shapes inflation expectations, impacting commodity demand.
- 04:00 AM EST / 05:00 AM BRT – CPI (YoY) (Jun): Actual TBD, consensus 2.0%, previous 1.9%. Signals consumer price trends, critical for export markets.
- 08:30 AM EST / 09:30 AM BRT – ECB President Lagarde Speaks: Actual TBD. Shapes Eurozone policy, impacting Brazil’s commodity exports.
United States
- 08:30 AM EST / 09:30 AM BRT – Fed Chair Powell Speaks: Actual TBD. Shapes U.S. monetary policy, critical for commodity and currency markets.
- 09:00 AM EST / 10:00 AM BRT – ISM Manufacturing PMI (Jun): Actual TBD, consensus 48.8, previous 48.5. Signals industrial demand, critical for Brazil’s exports.
- 09:00 AM EST / 10:00 AM BRT – JOLTS Job Openings (May): Actual TBD, consensus 7.320M, previous 7.391M. Reflects labor market health, influencing consumer demand.
Brazil’s Markets Yesterday
Brazil’s B3 stock exchange closed on June 30, 2025, with the Ibovespa index advancing 1.45% to 138,854.60, per official exchange data.
The market overcame early losses, driven by a stronger-than-expected 0.8% rise in the IBC-Br economic activity index for March, lifting first-quarter growth to 1.3%.
This bolstered confidence in Brazil’s economic momentum and supported expectations of a stable Selic rate at 15%. The Brazilian real strengthened, closing at 5.43 per dollar, fueled by capital inflows and carry trade appeal. Trading volumes were robust, with net foreign inflows reported.
U.S. Markets Yesterday
U.S. stocks extended gains on June 30, 2025, closing a second straight winning month. The S&P 500 rose 0.5% to 6,204.95, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.6% to 44,094.77, and the Nasdaq composite added 0.5% to 20,369.73.
The Russell 2000 edged up 0.1% to 2,175.04. Oracle’s strong fiscal start and solid bank stress test results from the Federal Reserve boosted sentiment. Treasury yields eased, reflecting expectations of stable monetary policy.
Commodities
Brazilian Real
The Brazilian real strengthened on June 30, 2025, with USDBRL closing at 5.43, a nine-month low against the dollar, driven by U.S. policy uncertainty and technical pressures, alongside Brazil’s 15% Selic rate supporting carry trade.
Today’s S&P Global Manufacturing PMI and U.S. ISM Manufacturing PMI will guide currency sentiment, critical for export competitiveness.
Oil Prices
Oil prices slipped on June 30, 2025, with Brent crude at $72.80 per barrel, pressured by a bearish supply outlook.
This challenges Petrobras’ revenues, though Brazil’s oil exports remain resilient. Today’s API Weekly Crude Oil Stock at 04:30 PM EST / 05:30 PM BRT will signal demand trends.
Gold Prices
Gold edged higher on June 30, 2025, near $3,350 per troy ounce, supported by rising odds of a Federal Reserve rate cut amid U.S. policy pressures. This bolsters Brazil’s mining sector, including Vale. Today’s Eurozone CPI data will influence safe-haven flows.
Silver Prices
Silver prices held steady on June 30, 2025, at $35.80 per ounce, with technical indicators like tightening Bollinger Bands signaling a potential breakout.
This supports Vale’s mining exports. Today’s Eurozone CPI will guide industrial metal demand.
Copper Prices
Copper prices surged on June 30, 2025, to $4.75 per pound, driven by a technical breakout and tight supply. This boosts Vale’s revenues. Today’s U.S. ISM Manufacturing PMI will clarify industrial demand.
Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin consolidated on June 30, 2025, near $102,000, with cautious trading as ETF flows remained strong. This supports Brazil’s fintech sector, including Mercado Livre and XP Inc. Today’s U.S. JOLTS Job Openings will influence risk appetite.
Iron Ore Prices
Iron ore prices sank on June 30, 2025, to $92 per ton on the SGX TSI Iron Ore CFR China (62% Fe Fines) Index, driven by China’s strategic shift and technical breakdown. This pressures Vale’s margins. Today’s U.S. ISM Manufacturing PMI will signal demand trends.
Companies and Market
Industry Outlook
Brazil’s agribusiness sector, contributing 26.8% to GDP in 2024, faces challenges in 2025 from the 15% Selic rate and global supply chain uncertainties. Inflation eased to 4.1%, but high rates and a R$100 billion fiscal deficit with a 75.8% debt-to-GDP ratio constrain growth.
The Focus Bulletin highlights stable rate expectations, boosting confidence in mining and agriculture. Today’s S&P Global Manufacturing PMI, Mexico’s Manufacturing PMI, and Eurozone CPI will shape export demand and currency stability, critical for these sectors.
Company Updates
Votorantim’s Divestment: Votorantim sold its cement business in Morocco to Heidelberg Materials on June 30, 2025, focusing on core markets. High interest rates pressure margins. Today’s U.S. ISM Manufacturing PMI will influence industrial sentiment.
Azza’s Strategic Challenges: Azza’s 21.54% stake faces boardroom tensions post-Arezzo-Soma merger, with strategic decisions key for 2025 growth. Today’s S&P Global Manufacturing PMI will guide retail sentiment.
Azevedo & Travassos’ Gas Expansion: Azevedo & Travassos expanded its gas business in Brazil’s Northeast, boosting its energy portfolio. Today’s API Weekly Crude Oil Stock will influence energy sector sentiment.
KFC’s Growth in Brazil: A Chilean operator took control of KFC’s expansion in Brazil as IMC cuts debt, signaling fast-food sector growth. Today’s U.S. JOLTS Job Openings will impact consumer sector sentiment.
Cyrela and Tecnisa’s Land Deal: Cyrela’s major land acquisition from Tecnisa in São Paulo signals confidence in real estate despite high rates. Today’s S&P Global Manufacturing PMI will guide construction sentiment.
Supermarket Labor Trends: Brazilian supermarkets are hiring military personnel and seniors to address labor shortages, supporting retail stability. Today’s Mexico’s Manufacturing PMI will influence regional retail demand expectations.
Explanation of EST
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is the time zone used in the eastern United States, including New York, Washington, D.C., and Miami, set at UTC-5, five hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
EST is applied here for consistency, as requested, and is the standard for U.S. financial markets, influencing global trading schedules.
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| Instrument | Last | Change | YoY | Prev. | High | Low | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IBOV | 185,147.15 | -0.02% | +21.85% | 185,188.13 | 168,310 | 167,142 | — |
| USD/BRL | 5.16 | +0.01% | -5.13% | 5.16 | 5.18 | 5.14 | — |
| EUR/BRL | 5.95 | +1.01% | -5.83% | 5.89 | 5.98 | 5.94 | — |
| SELIC | 14.00% | — | — | — | — | — | |
| BRENT | 88.88 | -0.03% | +34.42% | 88.91 | 90.07 | 88.12 | 29,713 |
| WTI | 83.11 | -0.11% | +31.57% | 83.20 | 84.35 | 82.40 | 166,848 |
| IRON ORE | 161.91 | — | +58.10% | 161.91 | 161.91 | 1 | |
| GOLD | 4,461 | +1.78% | +33.20% | 4,383 | 4,503 | 4,421 | 139,824 |
| SILVER | 65.59 | +1.26% | +73.05% | 64.77 | 66.98 | 64.81 | 46,406 |
| LITHIUM | 75.20 | +1.47% | +62.95% | 74.11 | 75.80 | 75.08 | 89,275 |
| SOY | 1,184 | +3.20% | +17.05% | 1,148 | 1,199 | 1,168 | 163,179 |
| CORN | 480.50 | +10.02% | +29.34% | 436.75 | 480.75 | 459.50 | 341,248 |
| WHEAT | 655.00 | +3.93% | +29.70% | 630.25 | 657.75 | 631.50 | 128,793 |
| COFFEE | 317.25 | -5.51% | +0.67% | 335.75 | 321.20 | 313.55 | 21,747 |
| SUGAR | 16.43 | -1.79% | -3.01% | 16.73 | 17.11 | 16.22 | 171,992 |
| ORANGE JUICE | 138.55 | -0.47% | -45.38% | 139.20 | 141.05 | 137.50 | 703 |
| COTTON | 85.03 | +2.33% | +26.78% | 83.09 | 82.90 | 81.96 | 16,546 |
| BEEF | 223.60 | -3.93% | -5.18% | 232.75 | 226.40 | 223.00 | 16,126 |
| CATTLE | 339.10 | -3.16% | -1.82% | 350.17 | 345.50 | 338.60 | 10,164 |
| COCOA | 5,719 | +3.18% | -34.96% | 5,543 | 5,779 | 5,574 | 26,773 |
| PETR4 | 41.64 | -0.05% | +35.19% | 41.66 | 41.97 | 41.15 | 41,499,400 |
| VALE3 | 72.97 | +0.83% | +30.75% | 72.37 | 73.54 | 72.66 | 17,658,000 |
| SUZB3 | 41.33 | +2.35% | -23.55% | 40.38 | 41.48 | 40.35 | 3,914,900 |
| KLABIN | 17.69 | +0.80% | -2.95% | 17.55 | 17.74 | 17.48 | 2,057,400 |
| SLCE3 | 13.34 | +0.30% | -12.25% | 13.30 | 13.42 | 13.20 | 1,454,200 |
| ABEV3 | 14.89 | -0.80% | +21.91% | 15.01 | 15.07 | 14.81 | 16,453,100 |
| ITUB4 | 38.60 | -1.03% | +4.57% | 39.00 | 39.34 | 38.39 | 29,487,800 |
| BBDC4 | 16.85 | +0.36% | +3.50% | 16.79 | 16.90 | 16.67 | 19,416,900 |
| BBAS3 | 19.37 | +0.47% | +0.73% | 19.28 | 19.44 | 19.16 | 11,069,200 |
| B3SA3 | 14.26 | -0.21% | +12.73% | 14.29 | 14.47 | 14.11 | 33,037,800 |
| WEGE3 | 47.59 | +0.49% | +29.99% | 47.36 | 48.08 | 47.36 | 3,364,600 |
| PRIO3 | 59.14 | -0.19% | +50.67% | 59.25 | 59.81 | 58.74 | 3,325,600 |
| RENT3 | 34.68 | -0.09% | +0.84% | 34.71 | 34.96 | 34.35 | 7,979,100 |
| AZZA3 | 15.89 | -2.63% | -53.76% | 16.32 | 16.42 | 15.82 | 1,330,300 |
| CSNA3 | 4.30 | +0.47% | -42.65% | 4.28 | 4.41 | 4.26 | 10,076,100 |
| GGBR4 | 24.69 | +2.19% | +51.38% | 24.16 | 24.85 | 24.18 | 7,047,600 |
| ENEV3 | 24.21 | -1.38% | +70.49% | 24.55 | 24.64 | 23.99 | 9,297,000 |
| LREN3 | 11.87 | -1.33% | -28.65% | 12.03 | 12.17 | 11.83 | 9,683,300 |
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