This indicator tracks the monthly percentage change in the number of new motor vehicles sold and registered in Brazil. It serves as a critical barometer for consumer spending and confidence, as vehicle purchases are significant discretionary expenses. High growth in auto sales often signals a robust economy and increasing household income, while a decline may suggest an economic slowdown.
The data is compiled by Fenabrave (National Federation of Motor Vehicle Distribution) based on daily registration data from the National Traffic Department (Denatran). It includes passenger cars, light commercials, trucks, and buses.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2026 | 2.60 | — | — |
| Jul 7, 2026 | -0.80 | — | — |
| Jun 12, 2026 | 10.60 | — | — |
| May 8, 2026 | -7.80 | — | — |
| Apr 8, 2026 | 45.50 | — | — |
| Mar 6, 2026 | 8.60 | — | — |
| Feb 6, 2026 | -39.00 | — | — |
| Jan 15, 2026 | 17.10 | — | — |
| Dec 8, 2025 | -8.50 | — | — |
| Nov 13, 2025 | 7.20 | — | — |
| Oct 8, 2025 | 7.90 | — | — |
| Sep 9, 2025 | -7.30 | — | — |
| Aug 7, 2025 | 14.20 | — | — |
| Jul 7, 2025 | -5.70 | — | — |
| Jun 5, 2025 | 8.10 | — | — |
| May 8, 2025 | 6.70 | — | — |
| Apr 8, 2025 | 5.70 | — | — |
| Mar 14, 2025 | 8.00 | — | — |
| Feb 10, 2025 | -33.50 | — | — |
| Jan 14, 2025 | 1.60 | — | — |
| Dec 19, 2024 | -4.30 | — | — |
| Nov 6, 2024 | 12.10 | — | — |
| Oct 7, 2024 | -0.40 | — | — |
| Sep 5, 2024 | -1.60 | — | — |
| Jul 4, 2024 | 10.30 | — | — |
| Jun 7, 2024 | -12.00 | — | — |
| May 8, 2024 | 17.60 | — | — |
| Apr 8, 2024 | 13.60 | — | — |
| Feb 8, 2024 | -34.90 | — | — |
