Group 1 - International gold prices fell to their lowest level in over two weeks, with COMEX gold futures closing at $3358.7 per ounce, a decline of 0.57% [1] - COMEX silver futures also decreased by 1.81%, closing at $37.34 per ounce [1] Group 2 - International oil prices experienced a decline, with light crude oil futures for September delivery closing at $62.35 per barrel, down 1.69% [1] - Brent crude oil futures for October delivery closed at $65.79 per barrel, reflecting a decrease of 1.22% [1]

Core Viewpoint - The decline in commodity and oil prices is significantly impacting tax revenues in Brazil [1] Group 1 - The Brazilian Finance Minister highlighted that the drop in prices for commodities and oil has led to a reduction in tax income [1] - The government is facing challenges in maintaining fiscal balance due to these declining revenues [1] - The situation underscores the vulnerability of Brazil's economy to fluctuations in global commodity prices [1]