Economy

Lula's reelection pressures Brazilian markets with expectations of dollar and rate hikes

Analysts point to a repricing of fiscal risks following the election results, focusing on state-owned enterprises and vulnerable domestic sectors, while exporters gain protection.

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Published October 26, 2026, 06:47 (Brasília time) · 2 min read

President Lula speaking at a podium with Brazilian flags in the background. — President Lula during an official statement Photo: Reprodução/InfoMoney

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What happened: Lula's reelection generates expectations of high volatility, pressure on the Ibovespa, a rise in the dollar, and an increase in future interest rates in the markets.
Who is affected: Investors, state-owned enterprises, domestic consumption-oriented sectors, and exporting companies.
What changes: Markets are undergoing a repricing of fiscal risks, with portfolio revisions and defensive recommendations from banks and financial analysts.

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