The most recent Ipsos/Ipec survey, released this Tuesday (9), shows that 52% of Brazilians disapprove of the work of president Outros 42% approve of the management, while 6% did not know or did not want to respond.
The survey was carried out between December 4th and 8th with 2,000 voters in 131 municipalities in all regions of the country. The margin of error is plus or minus two percentage points.
In relation to the previous survey, in September, disapproval rose one percentage point and approval fell two points.
Trust in government numbers
Confidence in the government Lula also fell. Apenas 40% of those interviewed declared that they trust the current federal administration.
On the other hand, 56% said they did not trust the government, while 4% did not know or did not answer the question.
These percentages represent a worsening in relation to previous data, when confidence was at a slightly higher level.
Comparison with previous surveys
Since September, disapproval of the president’s work has increased from 51% to 52%. Já approval fell from 44% to 42% in the same period.
- Disapproval: went from 51% to 52% (+1 p.p.)
- Approval: went from 44% to 42% (-2 p.p.)
- Don’t know/didn’t answer: went from 5% to 6% (+1 p.p.)
The oscillation remains within the study’s margin of error.
Survey methodology
The research interviewed 2,000 people over the age of 16 in face-to-face interviews. The universe covered 131 municipalities distributed throughout the national territory.
The collection period took place between December 4th and 8th, 2025. The research confidence level is 95%.
The sample reflects the composition of the Brazilian population in terms of sex, age, income and geographic region.
Profile of interviewees by region
The data shows regional variations in the government’s assessment. No Sudeste, the largest electoral college in the country, disapproval exceeds the national average.
In Nordeste, PT’s traditional electoral stronghold, approval ratings remain more favorable than the general average, although they have also registered a decline.
The survey also captured differences by age group and level of education, with younger people showing a higher rate of disapproval.
Assessment in economic context
Some of the interviewees relate the negative evaluation to their perception of the economy. The increase in prices and the difficulty in generating jobs appear among the factors mentioned.
The federal government has faced criticism over the pace of economic growth and inflation control in recent months.
Despite this, social programs maintain significant support among direct beneficiaries, especially in lower income groups.
Expectations for the coming months
The survey was carried out before the end-of-year holidays, a period that usually sees a temporary improvement in economic perception due to the 13th salary and extra payments.
Analysts are monitoring whether January’s numbers will show any positive seasonal effect on the government’s assessment.
The next Ipsos/Ipec survey is scheduled for the beginning of 2026, when it will be possible to measure possible variations after the Christmas period.