At 10:29 am (Brasilia time) this Friday (24), the Ibovespa It was operating with a slight decrease of 0.37%, at 190,661.34 points, with an accumulated decline of 2.37% in the week. On the previous day (23), the main indicator of Brazilian Stock Exchange (B3) It fell 0.78%, to 191,378.43 points. Of greater weight in the composition of B3a Vale (VALE3) It rose 0.20%. On the other hand, the shares of Petrobras (PETR3; PETR4) They recorded losses of 0.95% and 1.00%, respectively. This morning, market participants remain attentive to… Tensions between the United States and Iran remain high, with the Strait of Hormuz still blocked.The President Donald Trump He stated that any eventual agreement will depend on terms considered favorable to American interests, reducing expectations of a quick resolution to the conflict. Furthermore, the day before, President Trump, announced the The truce between Israel and Lebanon has been extended for another 21 days.The information was released by the US leader in social network Truth Social
Given the scenario, Oil prices remain supported.With Brent crude above $100 a barrel, increasing fears of global inflationary pressure. On the other hand, The indication of a new round of negotiations mediated by Pakistan brought some relief to the market.Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is scheduled to meet with Pakistani officials to continue ceasefire talks. Investors will be watching the announcement later. from the University of Michigan consumer confidence indexwhich may provide new clues about the U.S. economy. In Brazil, the Central Bank (BC) It was reported that the country recorded a current account deficit of US$6.036 billion in March, above market expectations. Over the past 12 months, the deficit corresponds to 2.71% of GDP. On the other hand, the Consumer Confidence Index, measured by FGV Ibre, advanced 1.0 point in April, reaching its highest level since December 2025.
This text was translated by machine from Brazilian Portuguese.