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Fiscal Year 2025
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Revenue and EBITDA margins declined year-over-year due to lower crop yields, reduced acreage, and price pressures, especially in sugar. Major investments in soybean processing and new facilities continue, with CapEx set to decrease in 2026 as projects complete.
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Revenue fell 20% year-over-year due to lower agriculture and sugar sales, but soybean processing was stable and cattle farming grew. Investments more than doubled, with a new soybean plant set to launch next year. Sugar beet acreage will be reduced by 20% amid declining prices.
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Revenue and margins were impacted by last year's lower harvest, but stable performance in soybean processing and cattle farming supported results. Major investments in new processing facilities are underway, with positive export prospects and favorable market positioning due to regulatory changes.
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First-quarter results showed lower agricultural sales and EBITDA, but margins improved due to cost controls. Major investments in processing capacity and employee incentives are underway, with a positive cash position and low leverage maintained. Export markets are shifting amid EU trade uncertainties.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Revenue and net profit grew, with strong export sales and widened gross margin. Major investments in processing and sustainability projects are underway, supported by a robust cash position and secured financing. Focus remains on development over dividends amid ongoing war risks.
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Revenue and profitability grew across most segments, with strong cash flow and low leverage supporting ongoing investments. Sugar and soybean processing margins remain healthy despite price pressures, while adverse weather impacted late crop yields.
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Revenue and margins grew in H1, led by sugar and cattle farming, despite lower global prices. CapEx doubled, with strong cash flows and a conservative balance sheet. Weather and market volatility pose risks, but export and investment strategies remain robust.