Brazilian Real

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Brazil Consumer Confidence

Consumer Confidence in Brazil increased to 114.10 in May of 2013 from 112.10 in April of 2013. Consumer Confidence in Brazil is reported by the CNI - Confederacao Nacional da Industria. Historically, from 1996 until 2013, Brazil Consumer Confidence averaged 108.5 reaching an all time high of 120.7 in October of 2010 and a record low of 89.4 in March of 1999. In Brazil, the National Index of Consumer Expectation (INEC) covers about 2,000 individuals randomly chosen in the streets of Brazilian cities. The questionnaire focuses on the consumer’s current financial situation and on expectations about inflation, unemployment, wages and major purchases for the next 6 months. The consumer confidence index is a fixed base indicator (current base year: 2001). The value 100 indicates no evolution in consumer’s sentiment, a value over 100 indicates increasing confidence and a value under 100 indicates low expectations. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Consumer Confidence.

source: CNI - Confederacao Nacional da Industria

Brazil Business Confidence

Business Confidence in Brazil decreased to 54.80 in June of 2013 from 55.50 in May of 2013. Business Confidence in Brazil is reported by the CNI - Confederacao Nacional da Industria. Historically, from 2004 until 2013, Brazil Business Confidence averaged 58.95 reaching an all time high of 68.50 in January of 2010 and a record low of 47.40 in January of 2009. In Brazil, the Industrial Entrepreneur Confidence Index (ICEI) measures the current situation of businesses and its future prospects. The survey covers about 2,500 companies in construction, mining and manufacturing industries. The questionnaire is made by phone and focuses on: production trends in recent months, order books, export order books, stocks and production expectations. The indicator varies on a scale of 0 to 100 where 50 indicates neutrality, 0 indicates extreme lack of confidence and 100 extreme confidence. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Business Confidence.

source: CNI - Confederacao Nacional da Industria

Brazil Industrial Production MoM

Industrial Production MoM in Brazil increased to 1.83 percent in April of 2013 from 0.82 percent in March of 2013. Industrial Production MoM in Brazil is reported by the IBGE, Brazil. Historically, from 1985 until 2013, Brazil Industrial Production Mom averaged 0.21 Percent reaching an all time high of 25.05 Percent in May of 1990 and a record low of -24.39 Percent in April of 1990. . This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Industrial Production Mom.

source: IBGE, Brazil

Brazil Inflation Rate MoM

Inflation Rate MoM in Brazil decreased to 0.37 percent in May of 2013 from 0.55 percent in April of 2013. Inflation Rate MoM in Brazil is reported by the IBGE, Brazil. Historically, from 1980 until 2013, Brazil Inflation Rate Mom averaged 7.53 Percent reaching an all time high of 82.39 Percent in March of 1990 and a record low of -0.51 Percent in August of 1998. . This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Inflation Rate Mom.

source: IBGE, Brazil

Brazil Imports

Imports in Brazil decreased to 21064 USD Million in May of 2013 from 21626.20 USD Million in April of 2013. Imports in Brazil is reported by the Ministério do Desenvolvimento, Indústria e Comércio Exterior. Historically, from 1959 until 2013, Brazil Imports averaged 3508.48 USD Million reaching an all time high of 22262.14 USD Million in August of 2011 and a record low of 67 USD Million in March of 1965. Brazil main imports are: raw materials and intermediate goods (45 percent of total exports), capital goods (22 percent), consumption durables (10 percent), oil (6 percent) and motor vehicles (4 percent). Main import partners are: China (15 percent), United States (14.6 percent) and Argentina (7 percent). Others include: Netherlands, Japan, Germany and India. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Imports.

source: Ministério do Desenvolvimento, Indústria e Comércio Exterior

Brazil Balance of Trade

Brazil recorded a trade surplus of 760 USD Million in May of 2013. Balance of Trade in Brazil is reported by the Ministério do Desenvolvimento, Indústria e Comércio Exterior. Historically, from 1959 until 2013, Brazil Balance of Trade averaged 658.12 USD Million reaching an all time high of 5659.37 USD Million in July of 2006 and a record low of -4039.32 USD Million in January of 2013. Brazil runs regular trades surpluses primarily due to the export of mining and agricultural products. Brazil is the world´s largest exporter of soybean and orange juice. Main exports are: iron ore and concentrates (13 percent), oil (8 percent) and raw sugar (4 percent). Main imports are: raw materials and intermediate goods (45 percent of total exports), capital goods (22 percent), consumption durables (10 percent), oil (6 percent) and motor vehicles (4 percent). Main trading partners are: China (17 percent of exports and 15 percent of imports) and United States (11 percent of exports and 14.6 percent of imports). Others include: Argentina, Germany, Netherlands and India. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Balance of Trade.

source: Ministério do Desenvolvimento, Indústria e Comércio Exterior

Brazil Export Prices

Export Prices in Brazil decreased to 169.84 Index Points in April of 2013 from 171.78 Index Points in March of 2013. Export Prices in Brazil is reported by the FUNCEX. Historically, from 1977 until 2013, Brazil Export Prices averaged 89.46 Index Points reaching an all time high of 187.34 Index Points in August of 2011 and a record low of 65.75 Index Points in July of 1985. In Brazil, Export Prices correspond to the rate of change in the prices of goods and services sold by residents of that country to foreign buyers. Export Prices are heavily affected by exchange rates. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Export Prices.

source: FUNCEX

Brazil Employed Persons

Employed Persons in Brazil decreased to 22.91 Million Persons in April of 2013 from 22.92 Million Persons in March of 2013. Employed Persons in Brazil is reported by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil. Historically, from 2001 until 2013, Brazil Employed Persons averaged 20.40 Million Persons reaching an all time high of 23.46 Million Persons in November of 2012 and a record low of 14.36 Million Persons in February of 2002. In Brazil, employed persons are individuals with a minimum required age who work during a certain time for a business. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Employed Persons.

source: Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil

Brazil Consumer Spending

Consumer Spending in Brazil increased to 722896.22 BRL Million in the first quarter of 2013 from 721264.17 BRL Million in the fourth quarter of 2012. Consumer Spending in Brazil is reported by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil. Historically, from 1995 until 2013, Brazil Consumer Spending averaged 333060.37 BRL Million reaching an all time high of 722896.22 BRL Million in February of 2013 and a record low of 100057 BRL Million in February of 1995. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Consumer Spending.

source: Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil

Brazil Consumer Price Index (CPI)

Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Brazil increased to 3706.28 Index Points in May of 2013 from 3692.62 Index Points in April of 2013. Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Brazil is reported by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil. Historically, from 1979 until 2013, Brazil Consumer Price Index (CPI) averaged 1270.08 Index Points reaching an all time high of 3706.28 Index Points in May of 2013 and a record low of 0 Index Points in December of 1979. In Brazil, the Consumer Price Index or CPI measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for a basket of goods and services. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Consumer Price Index (CPI).

source: Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil

Brazil Changes in Inventories

Changes in Inventories in Brazil increased to 7820.74 BRL Million in the first quarter of 2013 from -25941.15 BRL Million in the fourth quarter of 2012. Changes in Inventories in Brazil is reported by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil. Historically, from 1995 until 2013, Brazil Changes in Inventories averaged 2008.57 BRL Million reaching an all time high of 27514.62 BRL Million in May of 2008 and a record low of -25941.15 BRL Million in November of 2012. In Brazil, changes in inventories are often a leading indicator for the overall performance of the economy. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Changes in Inventories.

source: Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil

Brazil Car Registrations

Car Registrations in Brazil decreased to 316 Thousand in May of 2013 from 334 Thousand in April of 2013. Car Registrations in Brazil is reported by the Anfavea, Brazil. Historically, from 2005 until 2013, Brazil Car Registrations averaged 243.41 Thousand reaching an all time high of 420 Thousand in August of 2012 and a record low of 107 Thousand in January of 2005. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Car Registrations.

source: Anfavea, Brazil

Brazil Capacity Utilization

Capacity Utilization in Brazil increased to 83 percent in April of 2013 from 82 percent in March of 2013. Capacity Utilization in Brazil is reported by the Brazilian National Confederation of Ind. Historically, from 1991 until 2013, Brazil Capacity Utilization averaged 79.56 Percent reaching an all time high of 84.50 Percent in October of 2008 and a record low of 68.58 Percent in December of 1991. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Capacity Utilization.

source: Brazilian National Confederation of Ind.

Brazil Capital Flows

Capital Flows in Brazil decreased to 8364.90 USD Million in April of 2013 from 10025.40 USD Million in March of 2013. Capital Flows in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1995 until 2013, Brazil Capital Flows averaged 3256.02 USD Million reaching an all time high of 16811.30 USD Million in March of 2011 and a record low of -16639.20 USD Million in September of 1998. In Brazil, international capital flows are measured using the Capital and Financial Account Balance of the Balance of Payments. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Capital Flows.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil Bank Lending Rate

Bank Lending Rate in Brazil decreased to 34.41 percent in April of 2013 from 34.52 percent in March of 2013. Bank Lending Rate in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1994 until 2013, Brazil Bank Lending Rate averaged 83.41 Percent reaching an all time high of 254.28 Percent in April of 1995 and a record low of 33.85 Percent in December of 2012. In Brazil, the bank lending rate is the weighted average rate of interest charged on loans by commercial banks to private individuals and companies. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Bank Lending Rate.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil Foreign Exchange Reserves

Foreign Exchange Reserves in Brazil decreased to 374417 USD Million in May of 2013 from 378665 USD Million in April of 2013. Foreign Exchange Reserves in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1970 until 2013, Brazil Foreign Exchange Reserves averaged 58617.08 USD Million reaching an all time high of 378725.70 USD Million in September of 2012 and a record low of 1187 USD Million in December of 1970. In Brazil, Foreign Exchange Reserves are the foreign assets held or controlled by the country central bank. The reserves are made of gold or a specific currency. They can also be special drawing rights and marketable securities denominated in foreign currencies like treasury bills, government bonds, corporate bonds and equities and foreign currency loans. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Foreign Exchange Reserves.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil Wages

Wages in Brazil decreased to 1855.60 BRL in March of 2013 from 1860.70 BRL in February of 2013. Wages in Brazil is reported by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil. Historically, from 2002 until 2013, Brazil Wages averaged 1559.90 BRL reaching an all time high of 2355.35 BRL in December of 2012 and a record low of 1293.72 BRL in September of 2003. In Brazil, wages are benchmarked using real salaries. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Wages.

source: Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil

Brazil Unemployed Persons

Unemployed Persons in Brazil increased to 1.41 Million Persons in April of 2013 from 1.37 Million Persons in March of 2013. Unemployed Persons in Brazil is reported by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil. Historically, from 2002 until 2013, Brazil Unemployed Persons averaged 1.96 Million Persons reaching an all time high of 2.82 Million Persons in April of 2004 and a record low of 1.13 Million Persons in December of 2011. In Brazil, unemployed persons are individuals who are without a job and actively seeking to work. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Unemployed Persons.

source: Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil

Brazil Terms of Trade

Terms of Trade in Brazil decreased to 120.08 Index Points in April of 2013 from 122.37 Index Points in March of 2013. Terms of Trade in Brazil is reported by the FUNCEX. Historically, from 1978 until 2013, Brazil Terms of Trade averaged 93.69 Index Points reaching an all time high of 132.64 Index Points in September of 2011 and a record low of 64.71 Index Points in October of 1981. In Brazil, Terms of Trade (ToT) correspond to the ratio of Price of exportable goods to the Price of importable goods. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Terms of Trade.

source: FUNCEX

Brazil Producer Prices

Producer Prices in Brazil increased to 551.89 Index Points in May of 2013 from 551.84 Index Points in April of 2013. Producer Prices in Brazil is reported by the Getulio Vargas Foundation. Historically, from 1950 until 2013, Brazil Producer Prices averaged 90.30 Index Points reaching an all time high of 554.02 Index Points in March of 2013 and a record low of 0 Index Points in January of 1950. In Brazil, the Producer Price Index measures the average change in price of goods and services sold by manufacturers and producers in the wholesale market during a given period. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Producer Prices.

source: Getulio Vargas Foundation

Brazil Money Supply M3

Money Supply M3 in Brazil increased to 3633028.89 BRL Million in April of 2013 from 3597269.44 BRL Million in March of 2013. Money Supply M3 in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1988 until 2013, Brazil Money Supply M3 averaged 897374.72 BRL Million reaching an all time high of 3633028.89 BRL Million in April of 2013 and a record low of 0.01 BRL Million in July of 1988. Brazil Money Supply M3 includes M2 plus long-term time deposits in banks. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Money Supply M3.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil Money Supply M2

Money Supply M2 in Brazil increased to 1752579.73 BRL Million in April of 2013 from 1741556.78 BRL Million in March of 2013. Money Supply M2 in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1988 until 2013, Brazil Money Supply M2 averaged 467127.57 BRL Million reaching an all time high of 1760126.07 BRL Million in December of 2012 and a record low of 0.01 BRL Million in July of 1988. Brazil Money Supply M2 includes M1 plus short-term time deposits in banks. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Money Supply M2.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil Money Supply M1

Money Supply M1 in Brazil increased to 292595.94 BRL Million in May of 2013 from 286743.37 BRL Million in April of 2013. Money Supply M1 in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1980 until 2013, Brazil Money Supply M1 averaged 68908.32 BRL Million reaching an all time high of 324482.81 BRL Million in December of 2012 and a record low of 0 BRL Million in January of 1980. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Money Supply M1.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil Money Supply M0

Money Supply M0 in Brazil decreased to 201046.33 BRL Million in May of 2013 from 209621.83 BRL Million in April of 2013. Money Supply M0 in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1950 until 2013, Brazil Money Supply M0 averaged 25636.94 BRL Million reaching an all time high of 233371.45 BRL Million in December of 2012 and a record low of 0 BRL Million in January of 1950. Brazil Money Supply M0 is the most liquid measure of the money supply including coins and notes in circulation and other assets that are easily convertible into cash. Money Supply M0 and M1, are also known as narrow money. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Money Supply M0.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil Loans to Private Sector

Loans to Private Sector in Brazil increased to 2327857 BRL Million in April of 2013 from 2305392 BRL Million in March of 2013. Loans to Private Sector in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1988 until 2013, Brazil Loans to Private Sector averaged 538384.22 BRL Million reaching an all time high of 2327857 BRL Million in April of 2013 and a record low of 0.01 BRL Million in June of 1988. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Loans to Private Sector.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil Labour Costs

Labour Costs in Brazil increased to 174.60 Index Points in April of 2013 from 168.49 Index Points in March of 2013. Labour Costs in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1989 until 2013, Brazil Labour Costs averaged 107.34 Index Points reaching an all time high of 181.62 Index Points in July of 2011 and a record low of 39.12 Index Points in October of 2002. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Labour Costs.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil Import Prices

Import Prices in Brazil increased to 141.47 Index Points in April of 2013 from 140.40 Index Points in March of 2013. Import Prices in Brazil is reported by the FUNCEX. Historically, from 1978 until 2013, Brazil Import Prices averaged 95.33 Index Points reaching an all time high of 144.19 Index Points in April of 2012 and a record low of 59.42 Index Points in January of 1978. In Brazil, Import Prices correspond to the rate of change in the prices of goods and services purchased by residents of that country from, and supplied by, foreign sellers. Import Prices are heavily affected by exchange rates. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Import Prices.

source: FUNCEX

Brazil Gross National Product

Gross National Product in Brazil decreased to 1090756.15 BRL Million in the first quarter of 2013 from 1142989.59 BRL Million in the fourth quarter of 2012. Gross National Product in Brazil is reported by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil. Historically, from 1995 until 2013, Brazil Gross National Product averaged 525934.78 BRL Million reaching an all time high of 1142989.59 BRL Million in November of 2012 and a record low of 140820 BRL Million in February of 1995. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Gross National Product.

source: Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil

Brazil Government Spending

Government Spending in Brazil decreased to 212914.55 BRL Million in the first quarter of 2013 from 292832.27 BRL Million in the fourth quarter of 2012. Government Spending in Brazil is reported by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil. Historically, from 1995 until 2013, Brazil Government Spending averaged 111607.93 BRL Million reaching an all time high of 292832.27 BRL Million in November of 2012 and a record low of 35636 BRL Million in February of 1995. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Government Spending.

source: Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, Brazil

Brazil Exports

Exports in Brazil increased to 21824 USD Million in May of 2013 from 20631.05 USD Million in April of 2013. Exports in Brazil is reported by the Ministério do Desenvolvimento, Indústria e Comércio Exterior. Historically, from 1954 until 2013, Brazil Exports averaged 3804.50 USD Million reaching an all time high of 26158.51 USD Million in August of 2011 and a record low of 75.06 USD Million in January of 1965. Brazil has an export-oriented economy. Brazil is the world´s largest exporter of soybean (41 percent of world´s exports) and of orange juice (55 percent of world´s exports) and accounts for 35 percent of global exports of raw cane and refined sugar. Other exports include: iron ore and concentrates (13 percent), oil (8 percent), raw sugar (4 percent) and coffee (2.4 percent). Main exports partners are China (17 percent of total exports) and United States (11 percent). Others include: Argentina, Netherlands, Japan, Germany and India. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports.

source: Ministério do Desenvolvimento, Indústria e Comércio Exterior

Brazil Current Account

Brazil recorded a Current Account deficit of 8318 USD Million in April of 2013. Current Account in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central do Brasil. Historically, from 1980 until 2013, Brazil Current Account averaged -1078.9 USD Million reaching an all time high of 3068.4 USD Million in July of 2006 and a record low of -11371.2 USD Million in January of 2013. Current Account is the sum of the balance of trade (exports minus imports of goods and services), net factor income (such as interest and dividends) and net transfer payments (such as foreign aid). This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Current Account.

source: Banco Central do Brasil

Brazil Retail Sales MoM

Retail Sales in Brazil increased 0.50 percent in April of 2013 over the previous month. Historically, from 2001 until 2013, Brazil Retail Sales MoM averaged 0.43 Percent reaching an all time high of 3 Percent in February of 2010 and a record low of -2.30 Percent in March of 2003. In Brazil, the Retail sales report provides an aggregated measure of sales of retail goods and services over a specific time period. In Brazil, Retail sales are seasonal, volatile and relatively important to the overall economy. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Retail Sales.

source: IBGE

Brazil Retail Sales YoY

Retail Sales in Brazil increased 1.60 percent in April of 2013 over the same month in the previous year. Historically, from 2001 until 2013, Brazil Retail Sales YoY averaged 5.35 Percent reaching an all time high of 15.70 Percent in March of 2010 and a record low of -11.40 Percent in March of 2003. In Brazil, the year-over-year change in Retail sales compares the aggregated sales of retail goods and services during a certain month to the same month a year ago. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Annual Retail Sales.

source: IBGE

Brazil Population

The total population in Brazil was last recorded at 193.9 million people in 2012 from 72.7 million in 1960, changing 167 percent during the last 50 years. Population in Brazil is reported by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE). Historically, from 1960 until 2012, Brazil Population averaged 137.24 Million reaching an all time high of 193.94 Million in December of 2012 and a record low of 72.74 Million in December of 1960. The population of Brazil represents 2.85 percent of the world´s total population which arguably means that one person in every 35 people on the planet is a resident of Brazil. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Population.

source: Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE)

Brazil GDP Growth Rate

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Brazil expanded 0.60 percent in the first quarter of 2013 over the previous quarter. Historically, from 1996 until 2013, Brazil GDP Growth Rate averaged 0.8 Percent reaching an all time high of 4.5 Percent in September of 1996 and a record low of -4.2 Percent in December of 2008. Brazil is the seventh largest economy in the world and the largest in Latin America. In recent years, the country has been one of the fastest-growing economies in the world primarily due to its export potential. The country’s trade is driven by its extensive natural resources and diverse agricultural and manufacturing production. Also, rising domestic demand, increasingly skilled workforce along with scientific and technological development, have attracted foreign direct investment. However, bureaucracy, corruption and weak infrastructure remain the biggest obstacles to economic development. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil GDP Growth Rate.

source: IBGE

Brazil GDP Annual Growth Rate

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Brazil expanded 1.90 percent in the first quarter of 2013 over the same quarter of the previous year. Historically, from 1991 until 2013, Brazil GDP Annual Growth Rate averaged 3.1 Percent reaching an all time high of 10.1 Percent in March of 1995 and a record low of -3.2 Percent in March of 1992. Brazil is the seventh largest economy in the world and the largest in Latin America. The Services sector is the most important and accounts for 69 percent to total GDP. The biggest segments within Services are: government, education and health (17 percent of total GDP); other services (16 percent); wholesale and retail trade (13 percent); real estate (8 percent) and business and financial services (7 percent). Industry constitutes 26 percent of the GDP and the largest segments within this sector are: manufacturing (13 percent of total GDP); construction (6 percent) and mining (4 percent). The Agriculture sector accounts for the remaining 5 percent of GDP. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil GDP Annual Growth Rate.

source: IBGE

Brazil Inflation Rate

The inflation rate in Brazil was recorded at 6.50 percent in May of 2013. Inflation Rate in Brazil is reported by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE). Historically, from 1980 until 2013, Brazil Inflation Rate averaged 407.62 Percent reaching an all time high of 6821.31 Percent in April of 1990 and a record low of 1.65 Percent in December of 1998. In Brazil, the main components of the consumer price index are: food, alcohol and tobacco (31 percent of the total weight), transport (15 percent), real estate (12 percent), health care (11 percent), clothing (9 percent), communication (5 percent) and education (4 percent). The national index is calculated as the weighted average of the regional indexes. The largest contributors to the national index are: Sao Paulo (32 percent of total weight), Rio de Janeiro (12.5 percent), Belo Horizonte (11 percent), Porto Alegre (8.4 percent) and Curitiba (7.8 percent). This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Inflation Rate.

source: Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE)

Brazil Unemployment Rate

Unemployment Rate in Brazil increased to 5.80 percent in April of 2013 from 5.70 percent in March of 2013. Historically, from 2001 until 2013, Brazil Unemployment Rate averaged 9.0 Percent reaching an all time high of 13.1 Percent in April of 2004 and a record low of 4.6 Percent in December of 2012. In Brazil, the unemployment rate measures the number of people actively looking for a job as a percentage of the labour force. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Unemployment Rate.

source: IBGE

Brazil Government Budget

Brazil recorded a Government Budget surplus equal to 2.38 percent of the country's Gross Domestic Product in 2012. Government Budget in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central do Brasil. Historically, from 1998 until 2012, Brazil Government Budget averaged 2.12 Percent of GDP reaching an all time high of 3.11 Percent of GDP in December of 2011 and a record low of 0.80 Percent of GDP in December of 1998. Government Budget is an itemized accounting of the payments received by government (taxes and other fees) and the payments made by government (purchases and transfer payments). A budget deficit occurs when an government spends more money than it takes in. The opposite of a budget deficit is a budget surplus. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Government Budget.

source: Banco Central do Brasil

Brazil Industrial Production

Industrial Production in Brazil increased 8.40 percent in April of 2013 over the same month in the previous year. Historically, from 1992 until 2013, Brazil Industrial Production averaged 2.58 Percent reaching an all time high of 20.12 Percent in March of 2010 and a record low of -17.47 Percent in January of 2009. In Brazil, industrial production measures the output of businesses integrated in industrial sector of the economy such as manufacturing, mining, and utilities. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Industrial Production.

source: IBGE

Brazil Interest Rate

The benchmark interest rate in Brazil was last recorded at 8 percent. Interest Rate in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central do Brasil. Historically, from 1999 until 2013, Brazil Interest Rate averaged 16.20 Percent reaching an all time high of 45 Percent in March of 1999 and a record low of 7.25 Percent in October of 2012. In Brazil, interest rate decisions are taken by The Central Bank of Brazil's Monetary Policy Committee (COPOM). The official interest rate is the Special System of Clearance and Custody rate (SELIC) which is the overnight lending rate. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Interest Rate.

source: Banco Central do Brasil

Brazil Government External Debt

Government External Debt in Brazil increased to 317811.27 USD Million in the first quarter of 2013 from 316830.52 USD Million in the fourth quarter of 2012. Government External Debt in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1980 until 2013, Brazil Government External Debt averaged 169144.29 USD Million reaching an all time high of 317811.27 USD Million in March of 2013 and a record low of 64259.50 USD Million in December of 1980. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Government External Debt.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil External Debt

External Debt in Brazil increased to 317811.27 USD Million in the first quarter of 2013 from 316830.52 USD Million in the fourth quarter of 2012. External Debt in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central Do Brasil. Historically, from 1980 until 2013, Brazil External Debt averaged 169144.29 USD Million reaching an all time high of 317811.27 USD Million in March of 2013 and a record low of 64259.50 USD Million in December of 1980. In Brazil, external debt is a part of the total debt that is owed to creditors outside the country. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil External Debt.

source: Banco Central Do Brasil

Brazil Government Debt To GDP

Brazil recorded a Government Debt to GDP of 65.10 percent of the country's Gross Domestic Product in 2012. Government Debt To GDP in Brazil is reported by the International Monetary Fund. Historically, from 2000 until 2012, Brazil Government Debt To GDP averaged 68.7 Percent reaching an all time high of 79.8 Percent in December of 2002 and a record low of 63.5 Percent in December of 2007. Generally, Government debt as a percent of GDP is used by investors to measure a country ability to make future payments on its debt, thus affecting the country borrowing costs and government bond yields. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Government Debt To GDP.

source: Banco Central do Brasil

Brazil GDP per capita

The Gross Domestic Product per capita in Brazil was last recorded at 4803.40 US dollars in 2011. The GDP per Capita in Brazil is equivalent to 39 percent of the world's average. GDP per capita in Brazil is reported by the World Bank. Historically, from 1960 until 2011, Brazil GDP per capita averaged 3117.75 USD reaching an all time high of 4803.40 USD in December of 2011 and a record low of 1448.14 USD in December of 1960. The GDP per capita is obtained by dividing the country’s gross domestic product, adjusted by inflation, by the total population. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil GDP per capita.

source: World Bank

Brazil Current Account to GDP

Brazil recorded a Current Account deficit of 2.40 percent of the country's Gross Domestic Product in 2012. Current Account to GDP in Brazil is reported by the Banco Central do Brasil. Historically, from 1980 until 2012, Brazil Current Account to GDP averaged -1.78 Percent reaching an all time high of 1.80 Percent in December of 2004 and a record low of -8.20 Percent in December of 1982. The Current account balance as a percent of GDP provides an indication on the level of international competitiveness of a country. Usually, countries recording a strong current account surplus have an economy heavily dependent on exports revenues, with high savings ratings but weak domestic demand. On the other hand, countries recording a current account deficit have strong imports, a low saving rates and high personal consumption rates as a percentage of disposable incomes. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Current Account to GDP.

source: Banco Central do Brasil

Brazil GDP per capita PPP

The Gross Domestic Product per capita in Brazil was last recorded at 11639.72 US dollars in 2011, when adjusted by purchasing power parity (PPP). The GDP per Capita, in Brazil, when adjusted by Purchasing Power Parity is equivalent to 53 percent of the world's average. GDP per capita PPP in Brazil is reported by the World Bank. Historically, from 1980 until 2011, Brazil GDP per capita PPP averaged 6596.43 USD reaching an all time high of 11639.72 USD in December of 2011 and a record low of 3612.71 USD in December of 1980. The GDP per capita PPP is obtained by dividing the country’s gross domestic product, adjusted by purchasing power parity, by the total population. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil GDP per capita PPP.

source: World Bank

Brazil | Credit Rating

Standard & Poor's credit rating for Brazil stands at BBB. Moody's rating for Brazil sovereign debt is Baa2. Fitch's credit rating for Brazil is BBB. In general, a credit rating is used by sovereign wealth funds, pension funds and other investors to gauge the credit worthiness of Brazil thus having a big impact on the country's borrowing costs. This page includes the government debt credit rating for Brazil as reported by major credit rating agencies.

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