The period for party conventions begins on July 20, the war between the U.S. and Iran has once again increased oil prices, and the Central Bank faces uncertainty regarding interest rates
The period for party conventions begins on July 20. The main parties with presidential candidates have already scheduled the dates of their respective conventions. Flavio Bolsonaro is expected to choose a female running mate with the aim of reducing his resistance among female voters. The war between the United States and Iran has once again put pressure on oil prices, with the price per barrel again surpassing US$80. The situation is a concern for Brazil. There is also concern within the government because the resumption of the conflict could compromise the Central Bank’s ability to reduce interest rates, as inflation may remain under pressure due, among other factors, to uncertainty in the external environment.
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