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    Sebastian Gallego

    Research Analyst at Credicorp Capital

    Sebastián Gallego is a Vice President, Equity Research Colombia and Lead Andean Banks Analyst, formerly at Credicorp Capital, specializing in the coverage of major Colombian and Andean banking institutions including Bancolombia and Cementos Argos. Gallego is known for his rigorous macro and sector analysis, contributing to regional equity strategies with tangible investment recommendations and has directed equity strategy shifts reflected in top pick selections and target benchmarks for indices like COLCAP. He joined Credicorp Capital in 2018 and served as Head of Equity Research until 2021, following equity analyst roles at Corredores Davivienda and Serfinco, and subsequently advanced to Head of Equity Investments at Ashmore Investment Advisors Colombia. Gallego is a CFA charterholder, further supporting his expertise in equity research, and has been recognized for his leadership in sector allocation and asset selection for institutional clients.

    Sebastian Gallego's questions to Grupo Aval Acciones Y Valores (AVAL) leadership

    Sebastian Gallego's questions to Grupo Aval Acciones Y Valores (AVAL) leadership • Q3 2016

    Question

    Sebastian Gallego from Credicorp Capital asked about the potential impact on asset quality from mass transportation systems in Colombia and inquired about the leverage at the holding company level, noting a significant maturity scheduled for 2017.

    Answer

    President and CEO Luis Carlos Sarmiento clarified that the company had already prepaid the $600 million bond due in 2017, significantly reducing leverage. He noted that the holding company's double leverage is at a multi-year low of around 110%. Regarding mass transportation, he stated it was far too early to discuss potential credit extension or provide any financial estimates for such projects.

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