Brazil’s gross debt-to-GDP ratio rose to 80.1% in March 2026, up from 79.2% in February 2026, according to data updated on 30 April 2026. The month-over-month increase signals a continued upward trajectory in the country’s debt burden relative to the size of its economy.
The latest reading marks a notable breach of the 80% threshold and follows a previous month-over-month rise recorded in February. Under the reported methodology, the “actual” indicator measures the change in March compared with February, while the “previous” period captured the move in February relative to January. The new data will likely draw close attention from investors and analysts tracking Brazil’s fiscal dynamics and medium-term debt sustainability.
