Overview

• Speaking at Itaú's Macro Vision event, the finance minister said it is good to lead the ministry and dismissed the idea that it is the worst job.
• He urged students to study economics, law and sociology and described public service as a rewarding path.
• He said he does not intend to be a 2026 candidate at this moment, while noting he has not made a final decision.
• He added that any decision about remaining in the post would be discussed with Lula, who would choose his cabinet if he is the candidate.
• His comments came after the Central Bank held the Selic at 15%, with both sides characterizing recent exchanges over policy as routine technical debate.