B3, operator of the São Paulo stock exchange, achieved a , recording an increase of 2.6% compared to the same period of the previous year.
The result reflects the company’s diversification strategy, which has sought to strengthen both its main businesses and expand into new areas.
The company showed significant growth in several segments: fixed income and credit grew by approximately 20%, the data sector expanded by approximately 18%, and technology services recorded an increase of 15%.
This performance offset the more modest performance of traditionally cyclical businesses, such as equity and derivatives markets.
Cost and investment management
In relation to operating expenses, B3 maintains disciplined management, seeking to align spending growth with inflation.
The company has managed to balance responsible cost management without compromising investments in expansion and new businesses, aiming to guarantee sustainability in the medium and long term.
Transforming capital market
Despite the high interest rate scenario, which traditionally favors fixed income, the Brazilian capital market has shown dynamism
In the last four years, more than R$115 billion was raised in subsequent offerings (follow-ons). The local fixed income market has stood out as the main source of financing for Brazilian companies, with longer terms and significant volumes.
Product diversification has also been notable, with significant growth in instruments such as ETFs, BDRs and real estate funds.
These assets, which five years ago represented just 5% of the total volume traded, today correspond to approximately 16% of negotiations.
