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Brazilian industrial production grows 0.1% in March, according to IBGE

2 sources · 08 May 2026 · Share coverage ·

Brazilian industrial production grew 0.1% in March compared to February, marking the third consecutive month of growth. The sector accumulates an expansion of 3.1% in 2026, according to IBGE data released in May.

Brazilian industrial production recorded growth for the third consecutive month, showing continued sector recovery. Currently, industry levels are above pre-pandemic levels but still remain significantly below the historical peak recorded in May 2011.

1. What we know (4)

Industrial production grew 0.1% in March compared to February

2 sources Jornal do Brasil Jornal GGN

The sector accumulates an expansion of 3.1% in 2026

2 sources Jornal do Brasil Jornal GGN

Production is 3.3% above the pre-pandemic level of February 2020

2 sources Jornal do Brasil Jornal GGN

Production remains 13.9% below the May 2011 peak

2 sources Jornal do Brasil Jornal GGN
2. Where coverage thins out (3)

Covered by only some sources, or where the accounts diverge.

Covered by only some sources (3)

Compared to March 2025, industry grew 4.3%

Reported by: Jornal GGN
Did not cover: Jornal do Brasil

Durable consumer goods had growth of 1.7% in the month

Reported by: Jornal GGN
Did not cover: Jornal do Brasil

Motor vehicles grew 18.7% in the annual comparison

Reported by: Jornal GGN
Did not cover: Jornal do Brasil
3. What we don't know yet

No gaps declared — all sources converge on the material facts.

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