Inflation above the national average and external deficit mark Northeast's economic scenario
Food prices ease in June, but transport and energy continue to strain families
According to the August Macro Regional Bulletin from FGV IBRE, the IPCA in the Northeast rose by 0.30% in June 2025, above the national average (0.24%), although below the May rate. Capitals such as Fortaleza (+0.37%) and Recife (+0.33%) saw the highest increases, while Aracaju (+0.14%) recorded the lowest index. Over the past 12 months, the region's inflation remains pressured, especially in Fortaleza (+5.46%) and Salvador (+5.23%).
While food prices showed relief, transport and housing prices resumed their upward trend, directly impacting family incomes.
In the external sector, the regional trade balance registered a deficit of US$ 229.4 million in June, despite improvement compared to 2024. Soybeans accounted for almost 80% of agricultural exports, but shipments of the grain dropped by 25.1% over the year. The manufacturing sector continued to show a negative balance, reinforcing dependence on external markets for a few products and trading partners.
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