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On what was described as a particularly dire day for Brazilian financial markets, the government unveiled a spending cut package valued at approximately $12 billion, set to continue through 2026. This package was expected to curtail growth in minimum wage and implement higher taxes for individuals earning above $50,000. However, market reactions turned negative following the also-announced decision to exempt wages up to 5,000 reais from income tax.