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2026.05.1315:00:00UTC+00Brazil’s Consumer Sentiment Breaks Above 50 as Thomson Reuters IPSOS PCSI Rises in May

Brazilian consumer confidence improved notably in May 2026, as the Thomson Reuters IPSOS Primary Consumer Sentiment Index (PCSI) rose to 52.35, moving into positive territory. The latest reading, updated on 13 May 2026, marks a clear advance from April 2026, when the index stood at 49.22.

The move above the 50-point threshold suggests a shift toward more optimistic sentiment among Brazilian consumers compared with the previous month. While detailed drivers of the increase were not provided, the data signal a stronger mood around personal finances, economic expectations, or both, as captured by the PCSI measure.

The May uptick in Brazil’s PCSI will be closely watched by market participants and policymakers, as consumer sentiment often serves as an early indicator for household spending and broader economic momentum in the months ahead.

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