Explainer-Who are the bond vigilantes and are they back?

Brazil credit rating upgrade paves the way for reduced risk premium, officials say

Brazil's credit rating upgrade by Moody's spotlights an inflated risk premium; officials are optimistic about regaining investment grade and improving fiscal credibility amid market skepticism.

Brazil's public debt linked to interest rates and FX poised to surpass half of total debt in 2024

Brazil's government predicts public debt linked to interest and exchange rates will exceed 50% this year, amid rising costs and efforts to improve debt composition.