Dossier
FGTS
Coverage of FGTS in the Nexus archive.
- Brazil Housing Credit Jumps 23% as Payroll Loans Shift
Brazil's housing credit increased 23% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, reaching R$180.9 billion. Construction loans more than doubled to R$26.5 billion, while purchase financing rose 12% to R$67.2 billion. FGTS-backed housing is a key driver of this growth.