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CAIXA's Impressive Financial Performance in 2024

In a notable financial announcement, CAIXA ECONÔMICA FEDERAL, recognized as Brazil's largest bank in terms of client numbers and digital banking services, reported its consolidated results for the fourth quarter of 2024. The bank demonstrated robust growth, showcasing its resilience in an ever-competitive financial landscape.

Recurring Net Income Surges

CAIXA's recurring net income for 2024 climbed to R$ 14.0 billion, reflecting a remarkable increase of 31.9% compared to the previous year. This impressive performance is indicative of the bank’s successful strategies in capital management and customer engagement.

Growth in Revenue from Services

The bank's revenues from services also saw a positive trend, reaching R$ 27.8 billion, signifying a 7.8% rise over the past twelve months. This increase highlights CAIXA’s ability to diversify its offerings and adapt to emerging market demands, strengthening its overall revenue base.

Expanding Loan Portfolio

As of December 2024, CAIXA's total loan portfolio amounted to R$ 1.236 trillion, marking a noteworthy growth of 10.4% from December 2023. This growth is supported by the bank’s strategic positioning in various loan segments, particularly in mortgage loans—a sector where CAIXA holds a commanding market share of 67.2%.

Decreasing Delinquency Rates

Moreover, CAIXA reported a delinquency rate of 1.97% as of December 2024, which is a significant improvement, as it decreased by 0.18 percentage points from the previous year. This decrease indicates the effectiveness of the bank’s credit policies and its commitment to maintaining a healthy financial environment for its clients.

Mortgage Loans Push Record Growth

In the mortgage loan segment, CAIXA generated R$ 223.6 billion in new loans within 2024, an increase of 20.6% over 2023. This notable surge not only sets a record for new contracts but also showcases CAIXA's unwavering leadership in this critical financial market segment.

Sustainable Finance Initiative

The bank is also leading with its sustainable finance initiatives, reporting a portfolio balance of R$ 853.7 billion by the end of December 2024, which reflects a 10.1% increase year-over-year. This approach aligns with global trends towards sustainable banking practices and highlights CAIXA's commitment to environmental stewardship.

Comprehensive Loan Offerings

CAIXA’s loan origination process remains diligent, with total loan originations reaching R$ 614.9 billion in 2024, which shows a steady growth of 12.7% compared to the previous year. Specific segments such as infrastructure and sanitation loans reached R$ 107.3 billion, while payroll-deductible loans represented a significant portion of the individual loan portfolio at R$ 101.5 billion.

Strong Capital and Funding Position

In terms of funding, CAIXA recorded R$ 1.696 trillion, signifying a 14.2% increase from December 2023. Savings deposits also rose by 7.5%, totaling R$ 385.4 billion, thus solidifying the bank’s strong presence in the savings market with a 37.3% market share. Furthermore, with a Basel ratio of 16.6% and a Tier I capital of 14.6%, CAIXA exceeds regulatory minimum requirements, demonstrating robust financial health.

Conclusion

Overall, CAIXA's financial results for 2024 depict a bank that not only adapts but thrives in challenging market conditions, showcasing strategic growth across various sectors, particularly in sustainable finance and innovations in customer service. As it continues to lead in the Brazilian banking sector, CAIXA sets a benchmark for performance and resilience in financial services.