Brazil’s Financial Morning Call for May 21, 2025
Brazil’s markets face a quiet domestic economic calendar today, with no major local data releases scheduled, directing attention to global economic indicators that will influence Brazil’s export-driven economy.
Key international events in the United Kingdom, South Africa, the Eurozone, and the United States are expected to shape expectations for global demand, inflation, and monetary policy, impacting Brazilian assets, commodities, and currency stability.
These global developments are critical amid Brazil’s high Selic interest rates, fiscal concerns, and external pressures such as fluctuating commodity prices and global trade dynamics.
The Brazilian real’s stability, the Ibovespa’s historic rally, and commodity export performance will be tested by today’s releases, which include inflation data, central bank policy insights, and oil inventory reports.
In the United Kingdom, at 02:00 AM (BRT), the Core CPI (YoY, consensus: 3.6%, previous: 3.4%) and CPI (YoY, consensus: 3.3%, previous: 2.6%) will signal inflationary pressures, influencing global risk appetite and demand for Brazilian exports.
At 04:30 AM (BRT), the House Price Index (YoY, consensus: 5.2%, previous: 5.4%) will reflect housing market trends, impacting economic sentiment.
In South Africa, at 04:00 AM (BRT), Core CPI (YoY, previous: 3.1%) and CPI (YoY, previous: 2.7%) will provide insights into emerging market inflation, relevant for Brazil’s commodity exports.
In the Eurozone, starting at 03:00 AM (BRT), the ECB Nonmonetary Policy Meeting, followed by the ECB Financial Stability Review at 04:00 AM (BRT) and the German 10-Year Bund Auction at 05:30 AM (BRT, previous: 2.470%), will guide expectations for monetary policy and financial stability, affecting Brazilian asset flows.
In the United States, at 07:00 AM (BRT), MBA Mortgage Applications (previous: 1.1%) will signal housing market activity, while at 10:30 AM (BRT), Crude Oil Inventories (previous: 3.454M) will provide demand signals for oil, impacting Petrobras and Brazil’s oil revenues.
At 12:00 PM (BRT), FOMC Member Barkin’s speech will shape U.S. monetary policy expectations, influencing the Brazilian real. Finally, at 13:00 PM (BRT), the 20-Year Bond Auction (previous: 4.810%) will reflect investor confidence in U.S. debt, affecting global markets.
These global releases are pivotal for Brazil’s economic outlook, particularly for its commodity exports, currency stability, and equity markets, as investors navigate high domestic interest rates and global uncertainties.
Economic Agenda for May 21, 2025
Brazil
- No major events scheduled.
United Kingdom
- 02:00 AM – Core CPI (YoY) (Apr): Actual TBD, consensus 3.6%, previous 3.4%. Signals core inflation, impacting global risk appetite.
- 02:00 AM – CPI (YoY) (Apr): Actual TBD, consensus 3.3%, previous 2.6%. Tracks annual inflation, influencing Brazilian assets.
- 04:30 AM – House Price Index (YoY): Actual TBD, consensus 5.2%, previous 5.4%. Reflects housing market trends, affecting sentiment.
South Africa
- 04:00 AM – Core CPI (YoY) (Apr): Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 3.1%. Measures core inflation, impacting commodity demand.
- 04:00 AM – CPI (YoY) (Apr): Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 2.7%. Tracks annual inflation, influencing export demand.
Eurozone
- 03:00 AM – ECB Nonmonetary Policy Meeting: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. Shapes policy outlook, affecting asset flows.
- 04:00 AM – ECB Financial Stability Review: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. Signals financial risks, impacting sentiment.
- 05:30 AM – German 10-Year Bund Auction: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 2.470%. Reflects bond demand, influencing risk appetite.
United States
- 07:00 AM – MBA Mortgage Applications (WoW): Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 1.1%. Signals housing activity, impacting commodity demand.
- 10:30 AM – Crude Oil Inventories: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 3.454M. Provides oil inventory data, impacting oil prices.
- 12:00 PM – FOMC Member Barkin Speaks: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous TBD. Shapes Fed policy expectations, affecting the real.
- 13:00 PM – 20-Year Bond Auction: Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 4.810%. Reflects debt demand, influencing emerging markets.
Brazil’s Markets Yesterday
On May 20, 2025, the Ibovespa index continued its historic rally, closing at 140,109.63 points, marking the first time Brazil’s benchmark stock index surpassed the 140,000-point threshold.
The index rose 0.34% during the session, extending its gains to 8.07% for May and 16.48% year-to-date. The index also set a new intraday record of 140,243.86 points, surpassing the previous high of 140,203.05 points.
The USD/BRL exchange rate closed at R$5.6693, up 0.25% against the Brazilian real, reflecting slight currency weakening amid global market dynamics.
This performance highlights Brazil’s equity market resilience despite a mixed global environment, driven by foreign capital inflows and optimism about economic growth, though tempered by fiscal risks and high interest rates.
U.S. Markets Yesterday
U.S. stocks fell on May 20, 2025, as momentum slowed after a rally that brought markets close to all-time highs. The S&P 500 fell 0.4%, losing 23.14 points to close at 5,940.46, ending a six-day winning streak.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.3%, falling 114.83 points to 42,677.24. The Nasdaq composite also declined 0.4%, losing 72.75 points to 19,142.71. The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies edged up 0.1%, gaining 1.15 points to 2,105.58.
Travel industry stocks led the decline amid doubts about U.S. household spending on vacations. U.S. Treasury yields and the dollar remained relatively stable, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.
Commodities
Brazilian Real
The Brazilian real weakened slightly on May 20, 2025, with the USD/BRL exchange rate rising 0.25% to 5.6693, pressured by global market dynamics and high domestic Selic rates at 14.75%. Today’s U.K. CPI data, Eurozone ECB Financial Stability Review, and U.S. FOMC speech may introduce volatility, guiding currency outlooks.
Oil Prices
Crude oil prices faced downward pressure on May 20, 2025, driven by rising U.S. inventories and geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, impacting Petrobras and Brazil’s oil revenues. Today’s U.S. Crude Oil Inventories report will provide critical demand signals, influencing price trends.
Gold Prices
Gold prices surged on May 20, 2025, breaking key technical resistance due to strong fundamental support and safe-haven demand, benefiting Brazil’s mining sector. Today’s U.K. CPI and Eurozone ECB Financial Stability Review may influence safe-haven flows.
Silver Prices
Silver prices surged on May 20, 2025, breaking the $33 resistance level amid global supply deficits, supporting Brazil’s mining exports. Today’s South African CPI and Eurozone German Bund Auction will guide industrial demand trends.
Copper Prices
Copper prices faced a paradox on May 20, 2025, with U.S. inventory surges contrasting global supply tightness, supporting Vale and Brazil’s commodity exports. Today’s Eurozone ECB Nonmonetary Policy Meeting and U.S. MBA Mortgage Applications will clarify demand outlooks.
Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin broke $107,000 on May 20, 2025, with key altcoins also rallying, boosting Brazil’s fintech sector, including Mercado Livre and Meliuz. Today’s U.S. FOMC speech and 20-Year Bond Auction may influence risk appetite and crypto sentiment.
Iron Ore Prices
Iron ore prices stabilized above $100 on May 20, 2025, driven by technical support and global market dynamics, supporting Vale’s revenues. Today’s U.K. House Price Index and South African CPI will guide commodity demand trends.
Companies and Market
Industry Outlook
Brazil’s economy shows resilience, with the Ibovespa’s historic rally to 140,109.63 points on May 20, 2025, reflecting bullish momentum driven by foreign capital inflows.
However, high Selic rates at 14.75% and fiscal risks pose challenges, though inflation expectations dropped for the fifth consecutive week, signaling the impact of rate hikes.
The Finance Ministry raised its 2025 GDP growth forecast to 2.4%, despite inflation concerns. Today’s global data, including U.K. CPI, Eurozone ECB reviews, and U.S. FOMC speech, will shape currency stability and export demand outlooks.
Company Updates
Randoncorp’s Strong Q1 2025: Randoncorp posted robust growth in Q1 2025, driven by operational efficiency and market demand, forecasting a record year ahead, boosting investor confidence in the industrial sector.
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| Instrument | Last | Change | YoY | Prev. | High | Low | Volume |
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| IBOV | 167,921.80 | -0.75% | +19.56% | 169,186.42 | 178,526 | 175,157 | — |
| USD/BRL | 5.34 | -1.32% | -0.84% | 5.42 | 5.42 | 5.30 | — |
| EUR/BRL | 5.95 | +7.53% | -4.87% | 5.54 | 6.04 | 5.92 | — |
| SELIC | 13.75% | — | — | — | — | — | |
| BRENT | 109.58 | -5.38% | +66.99% | 115.81 | 111.92 | 109.00 | 34,268 |
| WTI | 100.12 | -1.61% | +63.30% | 101.76 | 102.82 | 99.77 | 201,568 |
| IRON ORE | 161.91 | — | +53.37% | 161.91 | 161.91 | 1 | |
| GOLD | 4,073 | +0.85% | +1.32% | 4,038 | 4,079 | 4,002 | 117,083 |
| SILVER | 54.49 | +0.70% | +17.02% | 54.11 | 54.64 | 52.71 | 34,428 |
| LITHIUM | 62.43 | +1.89% | +5.14% | 61.27 | 62.62 | 61.56 | 130,024 |
| SOY | 1,250 | +0.70% | +17.12% | 1,241 | 1,262 | 1,249 | 156,494 |
| CORN | 450.25 | -1.04% | +5.01% | 455.00 | 455.00 | 449.75 | 143,350 |
| WHEAT | 614.75 | -0.20% | +16.87% | 616.00 | 618.50 | 610.00 | 51,884 |
| COFFEE | 294.35 | -2.19% | -24.54% | 300.95 | 304.90 | 289.05 | 16,022 |
| SUGAR | 19.26 | +0.84% | +33.20% | 19.10 | 19.42 | 19.03 | 74,161 |
| ORANGE JUICE | 143.20 | +5.45% | -26.07% | 135.80 | 148.80 | 142.50 | 1,394 |
| COTTON | 77.90 | -1.47% | +20.66% | 79.06 | 81.07 | 80.01 | 20,308 |
| BEEF | 230.73 | +0.33% | +0.83% | 229.98 | 231.58 | 229.75 | 13,888 |
| CATTLE | 346.40 | -1.00% | +0.26% | 349.90 | 349.70 | 346.33 | 5,755 |
| COCOA | 5,581 | +1.66% | -9.72% | 5,490 | 5,622 | 5,444 | 13,619 |
| PETR4 | 53.31 | -1.06% | +77.70% | 53.88 | 53.70 | 52.83 | 43,239,500 |
| VALE3 | 62.88 | -2.33% | +1.98% | 64.38 | 64.43 | 62.80 | 24,652,300 |
| SUZB3 | 47.14 | -0.55% | -3.79% | 47.40 | 47.84 | 46.10 | 7,151,800 |
| KLABIN | 18.73 | -0.43% | +6.46% | 18.81 | 19.04 | 18.45 | 6,051,800 |
| SLCE3 | 16.97 | -2.75% | +19.37% | 17.45 | 17.77 | 16.94 | 3,109,500 |
| ABEV3 | 15.40 | +0.20% | +26.75% | 15.37 | 15.68 | 15.31 | 27,307,400 |
| ITUB4 | 41.42 | -0.67% | +11.30% | 41.70 | 42.60 | 41.15 | 28,160,700 |
| BBDC4 | 15.69 | -1.63% | -13.88% | 15.95 | 16.30 | 15.67 | 65,766,400 |
| BBAS3 | 17.59 | +0.69% | -15.59% | 17.47 | 18.31 | 17.51 | 67,844,600 |
| B3SA3 | 15.27 | +1.33% | +21.71% | 15.07 | 15.78 | 15.20 | 75,282,000 |
| WEGE3 | 45.78 | +2.81% | +10.06% | 44.53 | 47.08 | 45.06 | 9,823,200 |
| PRIO3 | 69.21 | -2.71% | +87.14% | 71.14 | 70.98 | 69.15 | 6,663,200 |
| RENT3 | 31.14 | -1.67% | -20.73% | 31.67 | 32.68 | 31.02 | 19,092,400 |
| AZZA3 | 16.72 | +1.15% | -42.24% | 16.53 | 17.42 | 16.72 | 4,875,400 |
| CSNA3 | 4.76 | -4.99% | -47.09% | 5.01 | 5.14 | 4.76 | 14,327,900 |
| GGBR4 | 24.87 | -2.28% | +36.28% | 25.45 | 26.20 | 24.79 | 7,507,900 |
| ENEV3 | 26.79 | +0.45% | +49.78% | 26.67 | 27.35 | 26.30 | 12,263,000 |
| LREN3 | 9.75 | +0.72% | -33.67% | 9.68 | 10.33 | 9.75 | 29,053,800 |
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