Brazil’s service sector contracted in December 2025, with the indicator declining 0.4% month-over-month, according to data updated on 12 February 2026. The move marks a reversal from November 2025, when the sector posted zero growth, holding flat at 0.0% compared with October.
The month-over-month comparison shows that after a period of stagnation in November, activity in services lost momentum heading into year-end. The latest reading suggests underlying weakness in a key component of Brazil’s economy, as the December drop follows an already subdued performance in the prior month. Investors and policymakers will be watching upcoming releases closely to see whether this December decline proves temporary or signals a more persistent slowdown in the sector.
