Economy

Lula's reelection sparks expectations of high volatility and market stress

Analysts warn of potential sharp drops in the Ibovespa, a rising dollar, and pressure on future interest rates following the election results.

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Published October 26, 2026, 06:01 (Brasília time) · 2 min read

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wearing a hat talks to a man in a suit and purple tie, with the Brazilian flag in the background. — Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in conversation during an official event. Photo: Reprodução/O Globo

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The essentials of this story

What happened: The reelection of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva creates expectations of high volatility, a stock market decline, and a rise in the dollar.
Who is affected: Investors, companies, and the federal government, which will face pressure for fiscal adjustments.
What changes: The financial market is bracing for a day of intense asset stress, while the government evaluates the next steps for its economic and fiscal policy.

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