Director of Economic Policy at the Central Bank of Brazil gives a lecture at ESEG College.

On March 31st, students from ESEG College, part of the Etapa Group, were able to participate in a special lecture with Diogo Guillen, Director of Economic Policy at the Central Bank of Brazil. This event is part of the Lecture Series, an initiative that aims to create a closer connection between students and relevant professionals in the job market.

Starting with the theme "Economic situation: evolution of the scenario and projections for inflation," Diogo explained the current economic moment in the country and the forecasts for the future, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that arise in this scenario, but which require attention and strategic planning. 

The speaker highlighted how economic stability is essential, especially in an increasingly dynamic market both nationally and internationally, to stimulate investment and ensure an environment conducive to development.

According to him, economic instability is still a reflection of the COVID-19 pandemic, which exacerbated a state of global alert. However, since 2023, things have been returning to normal, with global production chains normalizing, especially in developed countries. 

Another relevant point during the event was the emphasis on the modernization of the financial system. The Central Bank has been leading initiatives aimed at stimulating investment and ensuring an environment conducive to development, including greater connectivity with the digital world. The advancement of the digital real and the expansion of the use of Pix are examples of how technology is transforming Brazilians' relationship with money, culminating in a significant increase in the growth of the Brazilian economy in 2024.

Despite the positive aspects, there are still concerns about the economy. When it comes to "debt," there are still many challenges to overcome in our current reality.

“It’s challenging. When you look at the projections for gross general government debt and net public sector debt, they continue to rise,” explains Guillen. 

The lecture also offered reflections on sustainable growth and global challenges. Diogo raised issues such as the energy transition, new regulations, and the impact of the international economy, reinforcing the need for close attention to the changes affecting Brazil.

At the end of the event, students had the opportunity to send in their questions and have their doubts clarified directly with the speaker, creating a closer bond with the students. 

“I think this type of lecture is very important because it greatly enhances our role in society. It helps us understand market fluctuations and other issues that impact our daily lives,” says Kauan da Silva, a Business Administration student.

For Andrey da Silva, a Production Engineering student, having the Director of Economic Policy of the Central Bank present is extremely important: “ESEG takes special care in enriching students' knowledge, not only with classes, but also with lectures and events, and by bringing in big names to make everything more special.”.

Actions like this demonstrate ESEG College's commitment to providing its students with a well-rounded education, further enriching their training with valuable content that adds significant value to their personal and professional development.