Citi
May 22, 2026
The Point for Latin America
Weekly UpdateEquitiesMacro Economic IndicatorsRates Govt BondsConsumer DiscretionaryConsumer Staples
A comprehensive weekly summary of Latin American equity analysis, macro forecasts, and global strategy, highlighted by JBS's index inclusion and a hawkish shift in Brazilian monetary policy.
Key Takeaways
- 1.JBS NV's inclusion in the Russell 1000 and 3000 indices could unlock significant equity value, driving up to $300M in immediate passive demand.
- 2.Brazil's Copom is expected to raise the Selic rate to 13.75% by September 2026, interrupting the current calibration cycle due to a worsening inflation outlook.
- 3.The global economy is showing resilience despite a supply shock from the Iran war, with 2026 growth forecasts moderately revised to 2.6%.
Table of Contents
- Company
- Industry
- Strategy & Economics
- Global
- Key Rating and Target Price Changes
- Appendix A-1
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Authors
Nathan SheetsJoão Pedro SoaresRenata Cabral
Securities
MELIJBSS32.SAGLNGAZZA3.SATAEE11
Themes
Liquidity Unlock via International ListingsGlobal Economic Resilience amid Geopolitical ShockAI-Driven Growth
Regions
Latin AmericaGlobalAsia PacificBrazilMexicoUnited States
