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Brazil Allocates R$7.52 Billion in Fuel Subsidies Amid Oil Price Rise

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 9
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The Brazilian government issued Provisional Measure number 1.395, opening an extraordinary credit of R$7.52 billion, or about US$1.51 billion, for fuel subsidies. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva issued the measure on October 8, 2026, and it was published on October 9, 2026. Most of the funds, R$6.17 billion, are designated for subsidies on road diesel production and imports, while the remainder is for other oil products.

From riotimesonline.com

Why it matters

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The measure provides extra budget authority for urgent spending to contain the effects of high international oil prices. This intervention is aimed at stabilizing domestic fuel prices in Brazil against global market shocks.

From riotimesonline.com

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  • BrazilSpeculative

    Brazil's domestic fuel prices might be stabilized by the government intervention.

  • PetrobrasSpeculative

    Petrobras' crude oil production value could increase due to high international oil prices.

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