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Household debt and defaults fell in October, CNC says
5 Nov 2026, 13:21 | Source: Valor Econômico
- 81.7%Families with debts, September
- 29.6%Default rate, September
Household debt and defaults fell in October, according to CNC, the national trade confederation, Valor Econômico reports.
The previous survey, for September, showed 81.7% of families with debts to pay and a default rate of 29.6%.
Why it mattersLower debt and defaults can support consumer spending, a key driver for companies selling to Brazilian households.
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- News sources (in Portuguese): Valor Econômico · Fenacon