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Companies strengthen the use of debentures to reduce exposure to the dollar

The recent issuance of debentures by Brazilian companies has begun to operate as a mechanism that limits the need to bring dollars from abroad to finance operations. Companies have opted to raise funds in the domestic market, using securities denominated in reais to reduce exposure to exchange rate fluctuations and the costs associated with the dollar. By obtaining financing internally, companies avoid converting foreign currency to cover external liabilities or expenses, which provides additional protection during periods of currency volatility.

This movement is supported by the regulatory environment and by the characteristics of debentures, which remain an attractive long-term financing option, offering flexibility for funding projects or restructuring corporate debt. The growing preference for local resources reflects a cautious stance amid exchange-rate uncertainties and reinforces the trend of replacing traditional foreign-currency financing with domestic solutions.

This repositioning contributes to greater financial stability by reducing the potential impact of exchange-rate variations on costs and international obligations.

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