Brazil rental prices decelerate to 0.52% in September, 12-month gain 9.13% vs 4.58% inflation

Brazilian residential rents rose 0.52% in September, the slowest monthly pace since April, but the 12-month cumulative increase of 9.13% still outpaces headline inflation of 4.58%. The deceleration suggests cooling demand or supply adjustments, yet the persistent gap indicates continued housing cost pressure for consumers.