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Brazilian Economy Poised for R$300 Billion Boost from 13th Salary in 2025
São Paulo, [Date – Insert Today’s Date] – The Brazilian economy is expected to receive a significant injection of over R$300 billion in 2025 thanks to the “décimo terceiro salário” (13th salary), according to projections based on 2024 data. This annual bonus, mandated by law, is anticipated to stimulate consumption across key sectors including retail, services, and tourism, particularly during the crucial pre-Christmas shopping season.
The 13th salary is a right guaranteed to all formally employed workers (“carteira assinada”) and equates to one-twelfth of their monthly salary for each month worked. This includes domestic workers, rural workers, and those working under temporary contracts. Public servants, retirees, and pensioners of the INSS (National Social Security Institute) are also entitled to receive this benefit.
Employers are required to pay the 13th salary in either one or two installments. The first installment is due by November 30th, and the second by December 20th. Employees can also request to receive the bonus in advance along with their annual vacation, provided the request is made by January of the same year.
The article reminds employees of their rights. Those who have not worked a full year with the company will receive a proportional amount, calculated based on the number of months worked (periods of 15 days or more are counted as a full month). Employees on maternity leave or sick leave retain their rights to the proportional 13th salary.
Workers dismissed without cause will also receive the proportional amount for the period worked, whereas those dismissed with just cause will forfeit the benefit.
Failure to comply with the payment deadlines can result in fines and sanctions for employers.
The first installment of the 13th salary is paid without deductions, representing 50% of the total amount. The second installment is subject to deductions for INSS (social security) and Income Tax, depending on the employee’s salary bracket. FGTS (Guarantee Fund for Length of Service) contributions are applied to the total amount and collected with the December payroll.
Those with variable income, such as commissions or overtime, will have their 13th salary calculated based on the average earnings received throughout the year.
The 13th salary is a vital component of the Brazilian economy, particularly impacting retail, food, transportation and tourism.
Employees who encounter irregularities regarding their 13th salary payment are encouraged to contact their labor union or the Ministry of Labor to ensure their rights are protected.
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