FX.co ★ Brazil’s Consumer Sentiment Edges Higher in August, PCSI Rises to 53.38

Brazilian consumer confidence strengthened in August 2026, with the Thomson Reuters IPSOS Primary Consumer Sentiment Index (PCSI) rising to 53.38, up from 52.05 in July 2026.

The latest reading suggests a modest but notable improvement in Brazilians’ outlook on the economy, personal finances and investment intentions. While still only slightly above the neutral 50-point mark, the move higher in August points to gradually firming sentiment after a more cautious mid-year stance.

The updated data, released on 12 August 2026, will be closely watched by investors and policymakers as an indicator of potential support for domestic consumption in the coming months.