The Ibovespa index closed down 1.6% at 122,799 points on February 28, 2025, accumulating a 0.9% decline for the month. The Brazilian real depreciated against the dollar, which rose by 1.5% to R$ 5.92. In contrast, Eletrobras shares increased by 2.6% following a positive assessment of a recent agreement with the Brazilian government, which includes a R$ 2.4 billion investment for the revitalization of the Angra 1 nuclear power plant. The agreement, which grants the government three seats on Eletrobras' board, is expected to contribute to economic stability, according to analysts. Additionally, the AGU warned that a proposed payroll tax exemption could result in a R$ 20 billion loss for public finances. The week concluded with the Ibovespa down 3.41%.