Brasil: Senate’s CAE Cancels Meeting on Betting Tax Hike Again

Brazil.– November 19, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com  The meeting of the Senate’s Economic Affairs Commission (CAE) was once more postponed, derailing the discussion on doubling the tax on online betting and raising CSLL for fintechs.

Overview

The CAE had scheduled a session on November 18, 2025, to debate a bill proposing an increase from 12% to 24% in tax on online bets, as well as a higher Social Contribution on Net Profit (CSLL) for fintechs and other financial players. The meeting was cancelled again, with no official explanation provided.

With 25 senators present at the start, the absence of both the committee chair and the bill’s rapporteur sparked speculation that key legislative progress in Brazil’s betting sector is stalling.

Details / Context

The bill was introduced by Senator Renan Calheiros as a complement to Bill 1.087/2025, which includes tax exemptions for individuals earning up to R$5,000 monthly while seeking increased state revenue from higher levies. Senator Eduardo Braga, as rapporteur, had held meetings with the Finance Minister and the Senate President, warning that without government action the bill might not be voted on.

Despite the revised text already drafted, the meeting was postponed again, creating renewed uncertainty for the iGaming ecosystem involving regulators, operators and suppliers.

Key subtopics

• Legislative delays
The repeated cancellations highlight the slow pace of progress on issues crucial to the gaming sector, keeping regulatory frameworks in limbo.

• Impact on the iGaming market
Operators and platforms face uncertainty around tax frameworks, hampering investment decisions, expansion plans and regulatory compliance.

• Taxation & fintechs
The proposed CSLL hike for fintechs reflects broader government efforts to increase fiscal revenue, potentially increasing cost pressures on payments and betting services.

• International investment signal
The situation sends a signal that Brazil remains in regulatory flux for online gaming, which could impact foreign providers’ decisions about market entry.

Future outlook

The repeated postponement of the CAE meeting may delay the approval of a clear tax framework for online betting in Brazil, extending a period of uncertainty for the sector. With governmental pressure to meet fiscal targets and the market demanding clarity, the regulatory impasse could persist well into 2026.

iGaming operators, fintechs and payment platforms will need to anticipate higher tax burdens while closely monitoring the Senate’s agenda. The outcome will determine Brazil’s competitiveness and attractiveness for global investment.

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