Banco do Brasil faces rising loan defaults, especially in agribusiness

g1.globo.com (Portuguese) —

Banco do Brasil's non-performing loans are rising, primarily driven by the agribusiness sector, despite a significant profit in 2025. The bank reported a 5.17% delinquency rate in Q4 2025, up from 4.51% in the previous quarter, with agribusiness showing a 6.1% rate due to climate issues and increased debt. A single R$3.6 billion default by one company highlighted broader credit quality concerns, though the bank has initiated programs to renegotiate agricultural debts.


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