Brazil economic activity grew 2.5 percent in 2025 as agriculture offsets slowdown
Brazil's economy expanded 2.5% last year driven by a surge in the farming sector despite high interest rates. The central bank expects to begin easing soon.
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BR's central bank reported on February 19, 2026, that economic activity expanded by 2.5% during 2025. The result, measured by the IBC-Br index, exceeded earlier forecasts of 2.0% growth, although it represents a slowdown from the previous year.
BR's central bank reported on February 19, 2026, that economic activity expanded by 2.5% during 2025. The result, measured by the IBC-Br index, exceeded earlier forecasts of 2.0% growth, although it represents a slowdown from the previous year.
