Market reflected revenue data in Brazil and new tariffs in the United States
The dollar closed down 0.26% this 3rd Tuesday (24.Feb.2026), quoted at R$5.155 for the first time since May 2024. On the day, the North American currency fluctuated between a maximum of R$5.185 and a minimum of R$5.142. The Ibovespa, B3’s main indicator, advanced 1.28% at 5:25 pm, at 191,272 points, towards a new closing record – it reached 190,534 points on Friday (Feb 20).
The new tariffs from the United States set the markets in motion. The additional 10% tariff on products that are not covered by exemptions came into force, as per a notice from Customs and Border Protection. The rate corresponds to the percentage announced by President Donald Trump (Republican) on Friday (20.Feb) — and not to the
In the local scenario, it was for all months and totaled R$325.8 billion in January – the highest value in 32 years. Public coffers were reinforced by increased taxes and economic activity, according to the Federal Revenue Service.
Still among the data, the BC (Central Bank) recorded, the value was below the deficit of US$ 9.8 billion in the same month of 2025.
SCHOLARSHIPS IN THE USA
Indices rise in the United States with technology shares, while investors monitor speeches by the Federal Reserve director.
