Ibovespa Dips as Investors Monitor US-Iran Talks Prospects

2026-04-15 14:05 By Isabela Couto 1 min. read

The Ibovespa inched down to near 197,738 on Wednesday, as investors adjusted positions after the prior session's record while monitoring Middle East peace deal prospects.

US President Trump indicated that a second round of talks could resume in Pakistan soon.

Oil prices edged higher but remained below recent highs, even as the US continued to enforce a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

Banks traded mixed, with Itaú gaining 0.81% while Bradesco lost over 0.33%.

Meanwhile, Banco do Brasil lost over 4% after Itaú BBA downgraded it to underperform.

Elsewhere, Vale gained about 0.1% on higher iron ore quotes.

In contrast, Petrobras shed near 1.1% as the oil rally cooled down.

Also, WEG lost nearly 2% as investors digest lower expectations for Q1 2026 results.



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Ibovespa Dips as Investors Monitor US-Iran Talks Prospects
The Ibovespa inched down to near 197,738 on Wednesday, as investors adjusted positions after the prior session's record while monitoring Middle East peace deal prospects. US President Trump indicated that a second round of talks could resume in Pakistan soon. Oil prices edged higher but remained below recent highs, even as the US continued to enforce a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Banks traded mixed, with Itaú gaining 0.81% while Bradesco lost over 0.33%. Meanwhile, Banco do Brasil lost over 4% after Itaú BBA downgraded it to underperform. Elsewhere, Vale gained about 0.1% on higher iron ore quotes. In contrast, Petrobras shed near 1.1% as the oil rally cooled down. Also, WEG lost nearly 2% as investors digest lower expectations for Q1 2026 results.
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