Brazil Central Bank Open Data
APIFree open data API for Brazil's Central Bank economic and financial indicators
Overview
The Brazil Central Bank Open Data API offers RESTful access to official economic metrics from Brazil’s Central Bank, including daily exchange rates (PTAX), inflation (IPCA), Selic interest rates, GDP figures, and financial market stats. Responses are available in JSON, CSV, or XML formats. Ideal for building economic dashboards, academic research on Brazilian macroeconomics, businesses monitoring market trends, and apps integrating trusted government-backed financial indicators.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://dadosabertos.bcb.gov.br/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful endpoints
- Multiple response formats (JSON, CSV, XML)
- No authentication required
- Official government data
- Comprehensive economic indicators
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Brazil Central Bank Open Data API free to use?
Yes, the API is completely free and open to the public without any subscription or usage fees.
? Does it require an API Key?
No, authentication is not required—you can access all endpoints directly without an API key.
? What response formats are supported?
Most endpoints support JSON, CSV, and XML formats for data retrieval.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Free unlimited access
- ⊕ Reliable official source
- ⊕ Wide range of financial metrics
- ⊕ Flexible data export options
Cons
- ⊖ Documentation primarily in Portuguese
- ⊖ Some indicators have delayed updates
- ⊖ Limited English support for user guides