Brazil Treasury Secretary sees very high rates, avoids criticizing Copom pause

Brazil's Treasury Secretary Durigan acknowledged that interest rates are very high but refrained from criticizing the Copom's decision to pause its easing cycle, which ended five consecutive cuts. The comment signals potential fiscal-monetary tension but no immediate policy shift. The pause suggests the central bank is wary of inflation and fiscal risks, which could keep Brazilian rates elevated.

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