Mercantil is resilient in high rates.
Mercantil is a good stock for the current high interest rate environment because it has a consigned loan cap (teto consignado) that limits impact from high rates, and it is already very profitable and growing well. Even if rates fall, its funding cost would decrease, which is also beneficial. The bank is resilient and well-positioned regardless of the rate scenario.
Randon can multiply when truck cycle turns.
Randon (RAPT4) trades at a market cap of R$2B, less than the value of its controlling stake in Frasle (FRAS3) worth R$3B, even after accounting for holding debt. The company has been hit by a cyclical downturn in truck and trailer demand, operational issues, and a joint venture impairment. However, the core business is improving, auto parts are strong, and the consórcio unit was partially sold to Pátria at a R$1.6-1.8B valuation. When the truck cycle turns, the stock can multiply many times due to high operating and financial leverage. The fund continues to hold a large position and expects it to be a multi-bagger over the medium to long term.