INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Brazilian markets face a critical day today, shaped by key domestic and international economic releases that will provide deep insights into
fiscal health, industrial performance, and global economic sentiment amid escalating United States -China trade tensions.At 07:30 AM (BRT),
lending could signal tighter financial conditions, pressuring economic growth and weakening the real, while an uptick might reflect
resilience in domestic demand, supporting investor confidence amidst global trade disruptions.At 08:00 AM (BRT), Retail Sales (MoM) for
February (previous: -0.1%) and Retail Sales (YoY) for February (previous: 3.1%) will gauge consumer spending trends, a vital indicator of
domestic economic health.A weaker-than-expected monthly figure could highlight consumer caution due to inflation or trade war fallout,
reflect industrial demand in a major Asian market.A slowdown could signal softening demand for Brazilian commodities like iron ore,
exacerbating trade war impacts, while sustained growth might stabilize export expectations.At 10:00 AM (EST) / 11:00 AM (BRT), United States
Wholesale Inventories (MoM) for February (consensus: 0.4%, previous: 0.3%) will indicate inventory levels among United States wholesalers,
a proxy for demand trends.A buildup beyond expectations could suggest weaker United States consumption, pressuring Brazilian exports, while
a leaner figure might support commodity prices and trade flows
At 10:30 AM (EST) / 11:30 AM (BRT), United States Crude Oil Inventories (previous: 6.165M) will drive energy market sentiment.A
resilience in a volatile global environment intensified by United States tariff escalations now threatening economic stability
TBD, consensus TBD, previous -0.1%
Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 3.1%
(Mar): Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 3.5%
(MoM) (Feb): Actual TBD, consensus 0.4%, previous 0.3%
Actual TBD, consensus TBD, previous 6.165M
market faced a turbulent session on April 8, 2025, as the Ibovespa index dropped 0.07% to close at 123,945 points, according to TradingView
123,931.89 points, driven by escalating global trade tensions after new United States tariffs on Chinese imports took effect today.The
Brazilian real weakened further, with the USD/BRL rising 1.48% to close at R$5.9979 on Tuesday
This reflected a significant appreciation of the dollar as investor sentiment soured amid the trade war escalation.Heavyweight stocks like
Vale and Petrobras dragged the market lower
from falling commodity prices linked to global uncertainty.United States markets also faltered, with the S-P 500 falling 1.6% to 4,982.77,
the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping 0.8% to 37,645.59, and the Nasdaq composite sliding 2.1% to 15,267.91
This amplified the global risk-off sentiment, further impacting Brazil.Read more on stocksRead more on currencyCommoditiesOil PricesBrent
crude oil slid under $61 per barrel, and WTI crashed to $57 on April 8, 2025
This decline came as markets tumbled amid a global oil rout triggered by trade war fears and rising United States inventories.This decline
PricesGold surged past $3,000 on April 8, 2025, driven by record ETF inflows and tariff fears, shining bright as a safe-haven asset
PricesCopper entered bear market territory on April 8, 2025, as the trade war sent prices into a crisis, reflecting weakened demand
MoreCryptocurrenciesBitcoin and the broader crypto market eroded, with a $2.51 trillion market cap loss as bears took control on April 8,
uncertainties weigh on growth.Read MorePetrobrasPetrobras faced stock declines alongside falling oil prices on April 8, 2025, as global oil
routs and trade tensions hit hard
to 104%, sparking fears of retaliatory measures
market direction.Read MoreAdditional CompaniesMinerva Foods: Faced market pressure on April 8, 2025, after announcing a billion-dollar
capital increase, reflecting investor concerns amid trade war fallout.Read MoreBrava Energia: Reported growth in efficiency but challenges
e-commerce growth in 2025, signaling confidence despite economic headwinds, as reported on April 8, 2025.Read More
