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Durigan says you have to give conditions to the fall in interest

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Briefings

Brazilian Finance Minister Dario Durigan stated that the Central Bank's Selic rate of 13.75% is too high and requires structural conditions for a sustainable decline. He emphasized that the government must implement necessary measures to lower interest rates, while also noting the need to maintain a fiscal surplus without harming the poorest citizens. The article was published on November 5, 2026, following a Copom announcement of the rate maintenance.

Key points

• The Finance Minister Dario Durigan declared that the Selic rate of 13.75% is too high and requires structural conditions for a sustainable decline.
• Durigan stated the government must implement necessary measures to lower interest rates while maintaining fiscal surplus without harming the poorest citizens.

Context

This briefing follows the Copom announcement on November 5, 2026, which maintained the Selic rate at 13.75% annually. Durigan's comments were made immediately after the rate decision, highlighting the government's stance on fiscal policy and economic conditions.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to the article's text, which does not provide specific data on economic indicators, the number of sectors affected, or the timeline for implementing structural measures. The source does not specify the country where the economic conditions are being discussed, nor does it provide details on the specific fiscal surplus targets or the number of beneficiaries affected by the proposed adjustments.

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