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Brazil High Rates Test Bank Resilience: Delinquency Up, Profits Hold
Valor Econômico·BR·3 days ago
Delinquency rates in construction, commerce, and textile sectors are significantly above average, with SMEs particularly affected. This signals rising credit stress in vulnerable segments of the economy, likely reflecting broader economic weakness. The data suggests potential headwinds for bank asset quality and SME financing conditions.