FX.co ★ Brazil Mid-Month CPI Increases Less Than Expected

In the first half of December 2025, Brazil experienced a mid-month consumer price increase of 0.25%, coming in just under the anticipated 0.3% rise and slightly above the 0.20% increase seen in November. Out of the nine categories of products and services, seven saw price hikes, with transportation leading the pack at a 0.69% increase. This sector notably contributed the most to the index's upward movement. Clothing prices mirrored this increase with a 0.69% rise, and personal expenses grew by 0.46%. The food and beverage sector saw a modest uptick of 0.13%. Conversely, household articles continued their downward trend, declining by 0.64%, marking the fourth consecutive month of reduction. Year-over-year, mid-month inflation slightly decreased to 4.41% from the previous 4.50%.