- Brazil issued Decree No. 12.499 on 11 June 2025, repealing previous decrees and adjusting financial transaction tax rates.
- The decree affects insurance, credit, and foreign exchange transactions.
- The IOF rate on life insurance contributions was increased to 5% for contributions exceeding certain thresholds.
- Corporate loan transaction rates were adjusted, maintaining the daily rate but lowering the initial rate.
- A 0% IOF rate was established for foreign exchange transactions related to foreign investment returns.
- The changes aim to raise revenue amidst a spending freeze and address previous backlash.
Source: regfollower.com
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