Central Bank of Brazil (Banco Central do Brasil)

Brazil’s central bank responsible for monetary policy, financial stability and payment systems.

Added by Maílis Carrilho on February 9th, 2026

Summary

The Central Bank of Brazil (Banco Central do Brasil, BCB) is the country’s monetary authority, responsible for maintaining price stability, ensuring the soundness of the financial system and overseeing payment systems. Its mandate includes setting and implementing monetary policy, supervising financial institutions, managing international reserves and promoting financial stability, with increasing engagement on climate-related financial risks.