Interview with Roberto Setubal, interviewed by Ricardo Reisen de Pinho, São Paulo, Brazil

Mr. Setubal discusses his history at Banco Itaú, and his and his father's roles in the expansion and internationalization of the bank. He focuses on the merger of Itaú with Unibanco, leading to Itaú's positioning as the largest bank in Brazil and subsequently in Latin America. Mr. Setubal also talks about Brazil's economic history and his strategies for dealing with issues including privatization and currency stabilization. He also relates Itaú's commitment to social responsibility in Brazil and the particularities of operating a family-controlled bank.