Financial Market: Share Prices for Brazil
SPASTT01BRM661N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
275.78
Year-over-Year Change
13.12%
Date Range
1/1/1980 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'Financial Market: Share Prices for Brazil' trend tracks the average share prices of companies traded on Brazil's main stock exchange. This key indicator provides insight into the overall performance and health of Brazil's financial markets.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This series measures the average share price level for stocks listed on Brazil's Sao Paulo Stock Exchange (B3). It serves as a broad barometer of Brazilian equity market conditions and investor sentiment, which are important factors for domestic and international economic analysis.
Methodology
The data is calculated based on the daily closing prices of a representative sample of stocks traded on the B3 exchange.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to assess the strength of Brazil's financial sector and broader economic outlook.
Key Facts
- Brazil's stock market is the largest in Latin America by market capitalization.
- Share prices on the Sao Paulo exchange can be influenced by commodity prices, policy changes, and global market conditions.
- The Brazilian stock index (Ibovespa) is a key benchmark tracked by domestic and international investors.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend tracks the average share price level of companies traded on Brazil's main stock exchange, the B3. It serves as a broad indicator of the overall performance of the Brazilian equity market.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Share prices reflect investor sentiment and the financial health of Brazilian companies, which are important factors for analyzing the country's economic conditions and outlook.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated based on the daily closing prices of a representative sample of stocks traded on the B3 exchange.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to assess the strength of Brazil's financial sector and broader economic outlook, which can inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported with a short lag, typically a few days after the end of the reference period. There may be some limitations in terms of the sample size and representativeness of the underlying stocks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Financial Market: Share Prices for Brazil (SPASTT01BRM661N), retrieved from FRED.