US Dollar Hits R$ 5.22, Highest Level Since March
The currency breaks past the R$ 5.20 mark amid international market turmoil
Amid turbulence in global markets, the US dollar broke through the R$ 5.20 threshold to close at R$ 5.22, reaching its highest level in nearly six months.
The US currency's rally reflected instability observed across international markets, putting downward pressure on the Brazilian real.
Driven by the dollar's appreciation, the stock market fell for the fourth consecutive session, highlighting equities' sensitivity to foreign exchange swings.
With information from Agência Brasil.
Source: Agência Brasil
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