Brazil · Delayed Price · Currency is BRL PBG S.A. Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2026
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Revenue grew 10% sequentially, with gross margin above 37% and EBITDA up 15% from Q1. The Pointer unit was sold to strengthen the capital structure, and all proceeds will be used for deleveraging or cash reinforcement. Operational focus remains on margin improvement and international growth.
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Organizational changes and a challenging market shaped Q1 2026, but operational improvements and international growth, especially in Portobello America, drove margin recovery and set the stage for further cost reductions and capital structure optimization.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Market share gains and export growth offset a challenging 2025, with EBITDA up 4.2% and strong U.S. performance. Net loss widened due to non-cash effects and high leverage, but liquidity improved via asset sales and disciplined cash management.
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Revenue grew 3.5% year-over-year in Q3 2024, but U.S. tariffs limited export gains and led to a net loss amid high financial costs. Strong free cash flow, improved debt profile, and efficiency initiatives support a positive medium-term outlook despite challenging market conditions.
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Q2 2025 saw strong revenue and EBITDA growth, driven by international expansion and operational efficiency, with Portobello America achieving robust results and nearing full capacity. Leverage and cash cycle improved, and cost-saving initiatives are underway despite sector headwinds.
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Q1 2025 saw double-digit revenue growth, margin expansion, and strong cash flow, despite flood-related losses and a challenging market. Internationalization advanced, leverage improved, and cost competitiveness was boosted by a new gas contract.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Q4 2024 saw double-digit revenue and EBITDA growth, with Portobello America reaching break-even and international revenues rising. Operational optimization and deleveraging remain priorities, with 2025 expected to bring further margin expansion and cash generation.
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Q3 2024 saw 1.6% revenue growth year-over-year, with all business units expanding and EBITDA up 9%. US operations and internationalization drove gains, while leverage and cost management remain priorities. CapEx and strategic investments continue, with a positive outlook for further growth.
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Sales volumes and revenues grew strongly in Q2 2024, with international markets and Portobello America driving performance. EBITDA rose 42% year-over-year, while net debt and investment levels improved. The outlook remains positive, with ongoing ramp-up and strategic initiatives.