Brazil retail sales growth slows sharply to 0.9% in 2026

Brazilian retail sales grew only 0.9% in real terms through September 2026, a sharp deceleration from 5.5% growth in 2025, according to Group Software survey. The slowdown signals weakening consumer demand and may pressure GDP growth forecasts, though the data is from a private survey and not official statistics.

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