The Investor
13 Nov 2026, 15:17
Brazil Retail Sales Rise 0.2% in September, Beating Expectations
Brazilian retail sales increased 0.2% month over month in September, outperforming expectations for a 0.2% decline and matching the previous month’s gain.
On an annual basis, retail sales rose 1.7%, above the 1.0% forecast and accelerating from 0.5% previously.
The stronger-than-expected figures suggest consumer spending remained resilient heading into the fourth quarter, with both monthly and yearly growth exceeding market expectations.
Brazilian retail sales increased 0.2% month over month in September, outperforming expectations for a 0.2% decline and matching the previous month’s gain.
On an annual basis, retail sales rose 1.7%, above the 1.0% forecast and accelerating from 0.5% previously.
The stronger-than-expected figures suggest consumer spending remained resilient heading into the fourth quarter, with both monthly and yearly growth exceeding market expectations.
