Brazil’s Financial Morning Call for March 12, 2025
Brazilian financial markets face a pivotal session today as critical inflation data takes center stage both domestically and internationally, setting the tone for monetary policy expectations across major economies.
Today’s spotlight falls on Brazil’s Consumer Price Index (IPCA) data, due at 9:00 AM local time, alongside the year-over-year CPI reading for February at 8:00 AM.
These releases will provide vital insights into Brazil’s inflation trajectory amid persistent price pressures and could significantly influence the Central Bank’s monetary policy decisions.
This inflation data is particularly consequential as analysts have recently raised Brazil’s 2025 inflation forecast to 5.68%, increasing pressure on policymakers and potentially necessitating more aggressive interest rate action.
On the international front, U.S. Consumer Price Index figures at 9:30 AM will command market attention, with consensus expectations pointing to a 2.9% year-over-year increase.
This data will shape Federal Reserve policy perceptions and global risk sentiment, directly impacting Brazilian assets and capital flows.
Additionally, the OPEC Monthly Report at 7:00 AM will influence global oil market dynamics, crucial for Brazil’s energy sector, while Bank of Canada and European Central Bank communications will provide context for global monetary policy trends affecting emerging markets.
Economic Agenda for March 12, 2025
Brazil
9:00 AM – Consumer Price Index (IPCA): Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. This key inflation gauge reflects Brazil’s cost of living and economic stability, influencing monetary policy and consumer spending power.
8:00 AM – CPI (YoY) (Feb): Actual TBD, consensus at 5.00%, previous at 4.56%. This year-over-year consumer price index tracks inflation trends, impacting Brazil’s economic outlook and interest rate expectations.
United States
9:30 AM – Consumer Price Index (CPI): Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. This headline inflation measure influences U.S. monetary policy and global markets, including Brazilian export demand.
8:30 AM – Core CPI (MoM) (Feb): Actual TBD, consensus at 0.3%, previous at 0.4%. This month-over-month core inflation figure (excluding food and energy) signals underlying price pressures in the U.S. economy.
8:30 AM – Core CPI (YoY) (Feb): Actual TBD, consensus at 3.2%, previous at 3.3%. The year-over-year core CPI provides a broader view of U.S. inflation trends, affecting global financial flows.
8:30 AM – CPI (YoY) (Feb): Actual TBD, consensus at 2.9%, previous at 3.0%. This annual CPI reading shapes expectations for U.S. interest rates and currency strength, impacting Brazil’s trade dynamics.
8:30 AM – CPI (MoM) (Feb): Actual TBD, consensus at 0.3%, previous at 0.5%. The month-over-month CPI reflects short-term inflation shifts, influencing U.S. economic policy.
9:30 AM – Crude Oil Inventories: Actual TBD, consensus at 2.100M, previous at 3.614M. Changes in U.S. crude stockpiles affect global oil prices, a key factor for Brazil’s energy sector and export revenues.
9:30 AM – Cushing Crude Oil Inventories: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous at 1.124M. Inventory shifts at this key U.S. oil hub influence energy market sentiment, with ripple effects on Brazil’s oil exports.
1:00 PM – 10-Year Note Auction: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous at 4.632%. This auction reflects U.S. borrowing costs and investor confidence, potentially strengthening the USD and affecting capital flows to Brazil.
2:00 PM – Federal Budget Balance (Feb): Actual TBD, consensus at -302.5B, previous at -129.0B. This report on U.S. fiscal health could influence market sentiment and indirectly affect Brazilian financial markets.
7:00 AM – OPEC Monthly Report: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. This report shapes global oil supply and demand outlooks, critical for Brazil’s energy export economy.
Canada
9:45 AM – BoC Rate Statement: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. The Bank of Canada’s policy statement guides interest rate expectations, influencing CAD strength and trade with Brazil.
9:45 AM – BoC Interest Rate Decision: Actual TBD, consensus at 2.75%, previous at 3.00%. A rate change could affect Canada’s economic growth and demand for Brazilian commodities.
10:30 AM – BOC Press Conference: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. This follow-up provides clarity on the BoC’s decision, impacting market reactions and trade dynamics.
Europe
4:45 AM – ECB President Lagarde Speaks: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. Remarks from the European Central Bank President could signal Eurozone monetary policy shifts, affecting the euro and trade with Brazil.
6:30 AM – German 10-Year Bund Auction: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous at 2.520%. This auction reflects German borrowing costs and Eurozone investor sentiment, influencing the euro’s value and Brazil’s export markets.
9:45 AM – German Buba President Nagel Speaks: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. Statements from the Bundesbank President could hint at German economic priorities, impacting Eurozone-Brazil trade relations.
11:15 AM – ECB’s Lane Speaks: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. Comments from the ECB’s Chief Economist may refine market expectations for Eurozone policy, with potential effects on Brazil’s commodity exports.
Rest of the World
6:30 AM – India CPI (YoY) (Feb): Actual TBD, consensus at 4.00%, previous at 4.31%. India’s inflation rate reflects consumer demand trends, potentially influencing its imports of Brazilian goods like soybeans or sugar.
8:30 PM – Australia Building Approvals (MoM) (Jan): Actual TBD, consensus at 6.3%, previous at 0.7%. This indicator of construction activity signals Australia’s economic health, which could affect demand for Brazilian iron ore and other exports.
Brazil’s Markets Yesterday
Brazil’s Ibovespa declined 0.81% to 123,507.35 points on March 11, extending losses amid global trade fears while the dollar retreated 0.69% to R$5.8117.
Technical indicators flashed warning signs as the index’s RSI reached oversold territory at 28, yet the MACD confirmed a bearish crossover. Traders watched anxiously as the benchmark broke below the critical 125,000 support level.
The Brazilian real gained ground against the US dollar on March 12, 2025. Exchange rate data shows the USD/BRL pair trading at 5.81, continuing its downward trend after closing at 5.8117 yesterday with a notable 0.69% decline.
U.S. Markets Yesterday
Wall Street ended moderately lower after careening from a small gain to as much as 10% below its record. The whipsaw trading followed the latest escalation in President Donald Trump’s trade war.
The S&P 500 fell 0.8% Tuesday, after falling as much as 1.5%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 478 points, or 1.1%. The Nasdaq composite slipped 0.2%.
Gains for Tesla and other influential stocks muted the losses. Trump said he would double his planned tariffs on steel and aluminum for Canada, a retaliation that prompted the provincial government of Ontario to back down on its planned surcharges on electricity sold to the U.S.
On Tuesday:
- The S&P 500 fell 42.49 points, or 0.8%, to 5,572.07.
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 478.23 points, or 1.1%, to 41,433.48.
- The Nasdaq composite fell 32.23 points, or 0.2%, to 17,436.10.
- The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 4.53 points, or 0.2%, to 2,023.59.
Commodities
Oil Prices
Oil prices edged higher as the U.S. cut its global oversupply forecast, providing modest support to Brazil’s energy sector. The gains came despite ongoing trade tensions and mixed economic signals, offering some relief to Petrobras and other Brazilian oil producers facing production challenges.
Gold Prices
Gold held steady at $2,916 ahead of key U.S. inflation data, maintaining its safe-haven appeal amid persistent global uncertainties. This stability in precious metals offers support to Brazil’s mining sector, particularly as investors seek inflation hedges amid rising price pressures in major economies.
Cryptocurrencies
The crypto market showed signs of recovery despite persistent volatility, according to the Crypto Market Pulse for March 12, 2025. This mixed performance could influence Brazilian fintech companies and financial institutions increasingly exposed to digital assets, including those exploring blockchain applications for traditional banking services.
Companies and Market
Direcional Engenharia posted record Q4 results but flagged challenges for 2025, highlighting the mixed outlook for Brazil’s construction sector amid higher interest rate expectations.
Brazilian industry stagnated in January despite growth in most sectors, pointing to structural challenges even as retail showed 2.4% growth, though economic vulnerabilities remain beneath the surface.
Tegma reported a record 67% profit surge in Q4, showcasing robust logistics performance that reflects pockets of strength in Brazil’s transportation sector despite broader economic headwinds.
PetroReconcavo achieved 1.88% production growth in February, with Bahia assets leading performance, contrasting with Prios’ 5% oil production drop amid technical challenges.
Brazilian conglomerate Cosan posted a massive loss while driving a debt reduction strategy, highlighting the financial restructuring many large firms are undertaking in the current economic environment.
Votorantim doubled its stake in Hypera to 11% and seeks board seats, demonstrating strategic consolidation moves in Brazil’s pharmaceutical sector.
Rede D’Or achieved a 35% profit surge in Q4 2024 as costs declined, showcasing effective operational efficiency in Brazil’s healthcare sector.
Pague Menos closed 2024 with a 23% surge in Q4 net income, reflecting resilience in pharmacy retail despite broader economic pressures.
Brazilian fintech CSU Digital reported record growth and eyes the U.S. market, highlighting the international expansion ambitions of Brazil’s technology sector.
Outlook
Today’s market direction will hinge on Brazil’s inflation data and the U.S. CPI release, which together will shape monetary policy expectations and risk sentiment.
With Brazil facing rising interest rate pressures amid inflation concerns and global headwinds, investors will closely scrutinize these reports for implications on central bank policy trajectories.
The technical picture for Brazilian equities appears fragile after yesterday’s break below key support levels, suggesting potential for further volatility.
Currency markets will be particularly sensitive to inflation surprises, with the real’s recent stabilization at risk should domestic price pressures exceed expectations.
Corporate earnings continue to demonstrate sector-specific divergence, with logistics and healthcare showing strength while oil production and conglomerates face challenges.
This uneven performance underscores the importance of selectivity in positioning ahead of potential monetary policy adjustments both domestically and internationally.
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| Instrument | Last | Change | YoY | Prev. | High | Low | Volume |
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| IBOV | 172,457.76 | +0.66% | +9.73% | 171,324.31 | 172,715 | 171,132 | — |
| USD/BRL | 5.67 | +0.45% | +7.09% | 5.64 | 5.67 | 5.63 | — |
| EUR/BRL | 6.25 | +0.93% | +1.93% | 6.19 | 6.26 | 6.21 | — |
| SELIC | 13.75% | — | — | — | — | — | |
| BRENT | 95.84 | +0.02% | +49.28% | 95.82 | 97.12 | 95.07 | 22,079 |
| WTI | 88.56 | -0.20% | +47.82% | 88.74 | 89.64 | 87.80 | 181,210 |
| IRON ORE | 161.91 | — | +55.06% | 161.91 | 161.91 | 1 | |
| GOLD | 3,886 | +0.03% | -4.62% | 3,885 | 3,927 | 3,871 | 151,010 |
| SILVER | 49.12 | -1.70% | -2.97% | 49.97 | 50.73 | 48.41 | 49,657 |
| LITHIUM | 58.76 | -1.13% | -7.86% | 59.43 | 59.59 | 58.42 | 159,497 |
| SOY | 1,232 | +0.37% | +6.42% | 1,227 | 1,241 | 1,219 | 103,557 |
| CORN | 445.50 | +0.68% | +2.47% | 442.50 | 450.25 | 441.75 | 245,686 |
| WHEAT | 593.25 | +1.54% | +9.00% | 584.25 | 600.00 | 582.00 | 99,685 |
| COFFEE | 279.25 | -0.34% | -30.63% | 280.20 | 279.20 | 272.35 | 17,133 |
| SUGAR | 18.40 | +0.99% | +24.32% | 18.22 | 18.54 | 18.16 | 59,813 |
| ORANGE JUICE | 136.85 | -2.91% | -12.02% | 140.95 | 141.25 | 135.00 | 973 |
| COTTON | 79.02 | +0.44% | +26.72% | 78.67 | 79.90 | 78.63 | 18,270 |
| BEEF | 224.80 | +2.70% | +1.59% | 218.90 | 225.88 | 221.45 | 23,034 |
| CATTLE | 335.35 | -0.10% | -1.32% | 335.67 | 336.98 | 329.53 | 9,700 |
| COCOA | 5,123 | +1.13% | -2.68% | 5,066 | 5,330 | 5,169 | 27,100 |
| PETR4 | 45.30 | +1.34% | +39.43% | 44.70 | 45.44 | 44.62 | 23,431,200 |
| VALE3 | 63.50 | -0.70% | -3.30% | 63.95 | 64.24 | 63.12 | 11,175,700 |
| SUZB3 | 54.77 | -2.27% | +14.92% | 56.04 | 55.98 | 54.66 | 3,845,300 |
| KLABIN | 17.39 | -1.42% | -2.53% | 17.64 | 17.76 | 17.34 | 2,761,600 |
| SLCE3 | 18.28 | -0.44% | +24.26% | 18.36 | 18.65 | 18.01 | 2,427,000 |
| ABEV3 | 15.79 | +0.25% | +15.85% | 15.75 | 15.83 | 15.64 | 13,254,800 |
| ITUB4 | 42.27 | +1.42% | +7.66% | 41.68 | 42.56 | 41.62 | 19,532,400 |
| BBDC4 | 14.52 | +1.40% | -25.46% | 14.32 | 14.54 | 14.27 | 32,353,600 |
| BBAS3 | 15.10 | -2.45% | -32.89% | 15.48 | 15.60 | 14.98 | 85,573,900 |
| B3SA3 | 14.89 | +0.88% | +2.90% | 14.76 | 14.94 | 14.53 | 34,792,900 |
| WEGE3 | 51.31 | -0.66% | +14.48% | 51.65 | 52.05 | 50.93 | 7,741,000 |
| PRIO3 | 63.30 | +0.00% | +58.93% | 63.30 | 63.83 | 62.65 | 10,460,300 |
| RENT3 | 30.07 | +1.66% | -28.47% | 29.58 | 30.35 | 29.58 | 7,599,300 |
| AZZA3 | 15.91 | -5.86% | -45.85% | 16.90 | 17.10 | 15.72 | 6,641,600 |
| CSNA3 | 3.72 | -12.06% | -56.79% | 4.23 | 4.14 | 3.71 | 54,060,600 |
| GGBR4 | 24.73 | -0.96% | +30.78% | 24.97 | 25.09 | 24.53 | 5,458,200 |
| ENEV3 | 26.81 | -0.70% | +38.98% | 27.00 | 27.09 | 26.64 | 5,990,500 |
| LREN3 | 9.72 | +3.40% | -34.46% | 9.40 | 9.77 | 9.34 | 28,045,200 |
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