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GDP for the second quarter will be released next week: what to expect

oglobo28 August 2026 at 23:23

The GDP for the second quarter of this year will be released by IBGE next Tuesday. Economists project a 0.4% increase, which represents a slowdown compared to the first quarter, which recorded a 1.1% advance. Compared to the same quarter of 2025, the estimate is for growth of 1.8%. The article is exclusive for subscribers, and full access requires registration at the article link.

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