XP Remains Attractive Despite Qualitative Concerns

Group 1 - Growth in retail is stalling, with no growth in core product lines such as equities and fixed income, while wholesale remains flat [1] - Corporate services, particularly investment banking, are leading the growth [1] - The focus is on long-only investment strategies, evaluating companies from an operational and buy-and-hold perspective [1] Group 2 - The articles emphasize operational aspects and long-term earnings power of companies rather than market-driven dynamics [1] - Most recommendations will be holds, indicating a cautious approach to investment opportunities [1] - A small fraction of companies are deemed suitable for a buy at any given time, highlighting a selective investment strategy [1]