At 9:23 am (Brasilia time) this Thursday (9), the commercial dollar It was showing an upward bias of (+0.04%), quoted at R$ 5.1030, but with a depreciation of 1.07% in the partial week. On the previous day (8), the exchange rate fell 0.95%, to R$ 5.1010.
THE DXY – An index that compares the strength of the dollar against major global currencies was operating with a downward bias (-0.05%).
Ceasefire in the Middle East
This morning, market participants are closely following geopolitical news, particularly regarding the two-week ceasefire in the conflict. United States, Israel and Iran. Tomorrow (9), negotiations begin for the resolution of the conflict in Islamabadno Pakistanwhich will be mediated by the Pakistani government. However, despite the truce, tensions between the countries continue with Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon against the terrorist group. Hezbollah – supported by the Iranian army – in retaliation, the Revolutionary Guard of the theocracy creates tolls and hinders navigation in Strait of Hormuz.
Oil prices are rising again on the international market.
The geopolitical crisis also increased volatility in the energy market. The price of oil… Brent It was up more than 3%, trading above US$97 per barrelThe increase reinforces concerns about inflation, as higher energy costs tend to put pressure on prices globally.
Economic indicators on the radar
In the United States, the market is watching the release of weekly jobless claims. Department of Labor (DOL)Furthermore, the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), connected to Department of Commerce (DOC) from the US, will inform the Consumer Personal Expenditures (PCE) Price Index
In Brazil, the highlight was… Retail Sales relating to the month of March, released by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) scheduled for 11am.
This text was translated by machine from Brazilian Portuguese.