Cnpi Maria Paula Cantusio

Maria Paula Cantusio is a seasoned professional with over 14 years of extensive experience in the financial market, spanning across commercial banks, investment banks, and rating agencies. Her diverse background includes roles in Sales, Equity, and Fixed Income, with a specialization in Relationship Management for large corporations.

Maria is recognized for her exceptional performance as an equity research analyst, particularly in the retail, consumer goods, and healthcare sectors. Her track record includes active involvement in numerous IPOs and follow-ons in the Brazilian market, earning her repeated recognition as one of the top analysts in Brazil and Latin America by leading industry authorities.

With a strategic focus on managing relationships with institutional investors and leveraging market intelligence in the fixed income market in Latin America, Maria now spearheads ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategic coverage in the Research sell-side team at Santander Corporate & Investment Banking.

Maria Paula Cantusio holds an impressive educational background, including a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from the State University of Sao Paulo, a Master of Business Administration in International Business from Fundação Getúlio Vargas, and specialization in Financial Modeling from the prestigious Wharton School of Economics at the University of Pennsylvania.

Certified by Anbima as a CEA (Certification of Investment Specialist) and by Apimec as a CNPI (National Certification for Investment Professionals) in Brazil, Maria is also a CFA Level 3 candidate, showcasing her commitment to professional excellence and continuous learning.

Known for her strong analytical thinking, expertise in valuation techniques and fundamental analysis, as well as a profound understanding of capital markets products and operations, Maria Paula Cantusio is a self-starter with a results-driven approach and excellent communication skills, enabling her to build and nurture relationships with C-level executives and institutional investors across Latin America, the United States, and Europe.