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SEC filingFiscal year 2025 was defined by robust client growth and strong card interchange fee expansion, though rising interest rates and increased time deposit balances drove a significant increase in interest expense and funding costs.
Management commentary highlights that factors such as inflation and consumption levels may adversely affect the company due to restricted growth in the economy and a resulting increase in inflation and default rates. This macro backdrop contextualizes the rising funding costs and the importance of maintaining disciplined growth.
The company's asset and liability management strategy is set by an asset and liability committee operating under established guidelines and procedures. The liquidity management policy is focused on ensuring that the cash position complies with Central Bank rules. Demonstrating proactive liquidity management, the company approved a one-time advance payment of ordinary contributions to the Brazilian Credit Guarantee Fund (FGC) as part of its strategy.
The company continues to navigate a challenging macro environment characterized by potential inflation and default rate pressures. The focus on technological capacity through automation and the SuperApp strategy positions the company to manage growth efficiently while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. The global stock market has experienced substantial price and volume fluctuations often unrelated to operating performance, adding external complexity to the operating environment.