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Dollar rises 1.15% and closes to R $ 5.09 on a day of caution

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Briefings

Brazilian stock market fell 1.06% to 204,324 points on October 15, 2026, while the dollar rose 1.15% to R$ 5.087 amid caution over elections and potential fiscal measures. Oil prices showed mixed results with Brent down 0.13% and WTI up 3.03%. The dollar's monthly decline was 1.70% and annual drop 7.33%, contrasting with its strength in the previous week. Key figures include the Ibovespa's closing, Brent's price, and the dollar's daily high of R$ 5.098.

Key points

• The Brazilian Ibovespa index closed at 204,324.26 points, representing a 1.06% decline from the previous day.
• The US dollar reached a daily high of R$ 5.098 before settling at R$ 5.087, a gain of 1.15%.

Context

The market experienced caution due to ongoing electoral processes and potential government economic measures, such as a proposed zero-tariff policy for public transport. International oil prices varied with geopolitical tensions, while the dollar strengthened against other currencies.

Limitations

Data reflects October 15, 2026, with limited coverage of future economic impacts. Some figures are estimates or projections, and specific causal links between political events and market movements remain unverified.

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