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BRL Volatility Spikes: USD/BRL Reaches R$5.13 on Global Risk Aversion and Tariff Pressure

The Brazilian Real weakened over the past week, driven by global risk-off sentiment and new US tariffs, prompting a re-evaluation of unhedged exposure.

By Sofia Marin

Published Jul 29, 2026, 9:23 AM UTC

BRL Volatility Spikes: USD/BRL Reaches R$5.13 on Global Risk Aversion and Tariff Pressure — Illustration — BRZ.news

The Brazilian Real weakened over the past week, driven by global risk-off sentiment and new US tariffs, prompting a re-evaluation of unhedged exposure.

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