. Nevertheless, Brazil's long-standing challenges of low growth, high debt, and elevated levels of poverty and inequality have been …

policies is currently under way in Brazil. But the economy is underperforming relative to its potential, public debt is high … the backdrop of tightening global financial conditions, placing Brazil on a path of strong, balanced and durable growth …

This 2014 Article IV Consultation highlights that Brazil’s growth has decelerated in recent years. The boost from …

economics, politics, history and social policy. While the focus is on Brazil, it also refers to the experiences of similar … countries both for comparative purposes and for evidence of the success or otherwise of this 'new' era for Brazil. …

KEY ISSUES Context. Brazil is recovering gradually from the growth slowdown that started in mid- 2011, but the recovery …) has weakened the credibility of Brazil’s long-standing fiscal framework, while broader policy uncertainty has weighed on …, including a steady fiscal consolidation, winding down policy lending, and continued monetary tightening. Strengthening Brazil …