A Reuters poll shows Brazil's inflation expectations at 4.5% in 2026 and 3.9% in 2027 (compared to 4.0% and 3.8% in the January survey). Brazil's economy is projected to grow by 1.8% in both 2026 and 2027 (compared to 1.8% and 1.9% in the January survey). 31 of the 35 economists surveyed expect the Brazilian central bank to cut its key interest rate from 14.75% to 14.50% on April 29.
