Nearly 68% of indebted Brazilians believe they will benefit from the government's Desenrola Brasil 2 debt-renegotiation program [1].
The results suggest high public expectations for the program's ability to alleviate personal financial burdens and stimulate broader economic activity across the country.
Instituto Datafolha conducted the national survey between May 12 and May 14, 2026 [6]. The poll included 2,004 respondents across 139 municipalities [2].
While the program is primarily aimed at those with outstanding debts, the survey found that 39% of people who are not currently in debt also believe the initiative will bring benefits to personal finances [3]. This indicates a perception of the program's value that extends beyond the immediate target demographic.
Public sentiment regarding the macro-economic impact of the initiative is also positive. Approximately 73% of all respondents believe that Desenrola will benefit the general economy [4]. Within that group, 49% said that the program would help the economy significantly [5].
The findings come as the Brazilian government seeks to reduce the high levels of household indebtedness that have historically constrained consumer spending. By facilitating the renegotiation of debts, the government aims to reintegrate millions of citizens into the formal credit market.
“68% of indebted Brazilians believe they will benefit from the government's Desenrola Brasil 2”
The high level of optimism surrounding Desenrola Brasil 2 suggests that a significant portion of the population views government-led debt intervention as a viable path to financial recovery. If the program successfully converts these expectations into actual debt settlements, it could lead to a measurable increase in disposable income and consumer confidence, potentially driving short-term economic growth.
