The sharp fall in Brazilian inflation to just 3.2% y/y last month makes it almost certain that the central bank will kick off its easing cycle at its next meeting on 2nd August. We have pencilled in a 25bp reduction in the Selic rate (to 13.50%) but, if anything, the risks are starting to tilt towards a larger 50bp move.
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