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Brent Oil Drop After Kazakhstan Decision Affects Petrobras Stocks and Moves Ibovespa

Published on 23/04/2025 at 12:43
Updated on 23/04/2025 at 12:44
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Kazakhstan Statement Pressures Brent Oil, Triggers Reaction in Brazilian Market and Influences Petrobras Stocks and Ibovespa

The barrel of Brent crude oil, a benchmark in the international market, recorded a sharp drop this Wednesday (23). The futures contracts expiring in June fell by 2.43%, trading at US$ 65.80 around 11:30 AM (Brasília time).

The depreciation occurs after Kazakhstan, a member of OPEC+, stated that it would prioritize national interests over those of the cartel. The declaration increases the likelihood of a rise in global supply, pushing prices down.

Global Scenario and Impact on Petrobras Stocks

The situation worsens with the prospect of a global economic slowdown. The tariff agenda of the United States government, which includes restrictions on imports, negatively influences consumption expectations.

The combination of a possible increase in supply with a decrease in demand puts even more pressure on oil.

In Brazil, the effects are already being felt in the stock market. Petrobras’ preferred shares (PETR4) recorded a slight increase of 0.58%, at R$ 31.10, after reaching a high of R$ 31.78. Meanwhile, the ordinary shares (PETR3) fell by 0.12%, quoted at R$ 32.95, after reaching R$ 33.57.

Dollar Fluctuation and Ibovespa Reaction

The drop in Petrobras stocks affected the Ibovespa. The main index of the Brazilian stock market, which had risen more than 2% at the beginning of the day, recorded a more modest increase of 1.6% around 11:30 AM.

The company represents about 10% of the index’s composition, amplifying its impact.
Meanwhile, the dollar was trading lower against the real.

After falling more than 1% in the morning, the American currency slipped 0.57%, quoted at R$ 5.70. The day’s low was R$ 5.66, influenced by signs that the United States may ease trade tensions with China.

With information from Valor Investe.

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