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- **Q1 Results**: BRL 286.6M revenue, BRL 64M EBITDA, BRL 64.3M net loss driven by mark-to-market adjustments.
- **Soy Strategy Win**: 56% of soy sold at BRL 1,072/ton, capturing post-U.S.-China trade rally gains.
- **Sugarcane Struggles**: TCH decline in key regions, ethanol prices down 14%, ATR costs up 5%.
- **Liquidity from Diversification**: Annual farm asset sales exceed BRL 350M, offsetting sugarcane underperformance.
- **Debt Discipline**: BRL 650M net debt, 90.8% CDI cost, with BRL 75M dividend approved.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Q1 Financial Highlights**: Net revenue of BRL 286.6 million, adjusted EBITDA of BRL 64 million, and net loss of BRL 64.3 million due to mark-to-market adjustments for sugarcane and soy receivables.
- **Soy Strategy Success**: Delayed soy sales to the second semester captured higher prices, with 56% of soy sold at BRL 1,072/ton, outperforming market expectations amid U.S.-China trade volatility.
- **Sugarcane Challenges**: Productivity decline (TCH) in key regions (São Paulo, Maranhão) due to weather, leading to lower ethanol prices and ATR (alcohol-to-sugar ratio) impacts.
- **Diversification Strength**: Farm asset sales (e.g., cattle, land) generated BRL 350+ million annually, offsetting sugarcane underperformance and enhancing liquidity.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Debt Management**: Net debt of BRL 650 million with 90.8% CDI cost, balanced against BRL 651 million in receivables (soy, corn). Dividend approval of BRL 75 million reflects commitment to shareholder returns.
- **Cost Efficiency**: 4-5% cost reductions in fertilizers and seeds, partially offsetting sugarcane underperformance. Currency hedging gains (BRL 4.5 million) mitigated FX risks.
- **Mark-to-Market Impact**: BRL 40 million loss from soy price volatility and BRL 54 million lease remeasurement highlighted non-cash accounting effects.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Sugarcane Recovery Outlook**: Expect TCH rebound in Q2/2026 with improved rainfall in Maranhão and São Paulo; irrigation extension in Maranhão to mitigate October dry spell.
- **Soy Market Dynamics**: China import volumes (12M/2025, 25M/2026) support basis trading; 150-200bps price differential for second-half sales.
- **Cotton Quality Issues**: Off-season Bahia cotton (380-430kg/ha) faced quality discounts, but 2026 strategy focuses on irrigated cotton (420-430kg/ha) to improve margins.
- **Biofuels Expansion**: Corn ethanol projects in Piauí/Bahia leverage logistics, but biomass constraints limit scale; 30M+ ton corn harvest supports sector stability.

BrasilAgro - Companhia Brasileira de Propriedades Agrícolas (LND) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Revenue Growth**: BRL 1.2 billion net revenue with BRL 267 million EBITDA, driven by real estate sales (BRL 240 million) and stable soy margins.
- **Strategic Shifts**: 80% cotton in irrigated areas, corn expansion in Piauí/Maranhão, and centralized AI-driven operations to cut costs.
- **Financial Caution**: Reduced dividends (BRL 0.65/share) amid high interest rates (CDI 15%) and BRL 80 million financial cost impact.
- **Risk Management**: Input buying at $560/ton for fertilizers, 80% soy receivables hedged at BRL 6.26/USD, and 20% diesel savings via monitoring.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue and Real Estate Sales**: Net revenue reached BRL 1.2 billion, with adjusted EBITDA of BRL 267 million and net income of BRL 138 million. Real estate sales contributed BRL 240 million, including a significant asset sale in Bahia for BRL 140 million.
- **Operational Resilience**: Mitigated volatility through diversified crops (soy, corn, sugarcane) and regions. Soy margins remained stable despite input cost increases, while corn production was reduced due to negative margins.
- **Strategic Inputs Management**: Purchased phosphated fertilizer and potassium chloride at favorable prices ($560/ton), reducing cost exposure. Cotton planting shifted to irrigated areas (80% of next year's crop) to mitigate drought risk.
- **AI and Operational Efficiency**: Launched a centralized agricultural operations center in Palmas to monitor equipment and reduce costs (e.g., 20% diesel savings). Investing in data analytics for AI-driven efficiency improvements.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Financial Results**: Adjusted EBITDA of BRL 267 million (-4% YoY), net income of BRL 138 million. Soy gross margin remained strong at 86%, while sugarcane EBITDA increased due to higher ethanol prices.
- **Interest Rate Impact**: Rising interest rates (CDI from 5.5% to 15%) added BRL 80 million in financial costs. Net debt reduced to BRL 785 million (80% of receivables), with BRL 880 million in 2026 soy receivables hedged at BRL 6.26/USD.
- **Dividend Policy**: Proposed BRL 5 billion dividend (BRL 0.65/share), lower than prior years due to cautious outlook on interest rates and margins.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Margin Visibility**: Expect compressed margins in 2026 due to high input costs and stable commodity prices. Farmers face tighter financial conditions as exchange rate volatility persists.
- **Real Estate Appraisal**: Internal appraisals are conservative vs. Deloitte (external evaluator), reflecting longer sale terms and regional transaction differences. BrasilAgro sells 80% of farms above Deloitte valuations.
- **Corn Expansion**: Increasing corn in Piauí and Maranhão due to ethanol demand and improved derivative liquidity. Cotton reduced in dry areas, focusing on irrigated regions for stability.
- **Capital Allocation**: Prioritizing debt reduction and operational efficiency over acquisitions. CapEx of BRL 130 million in 2025 for irrigation and sugarcane renewal.

BrasilAgro - Companhia Brasileira De Propriedades Agrícolas (LND) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Revenue Resilience**: Q3 net revenue up 15% YoY to R$870M, driven by soy and corn premium locking.
- **Cost Control Success**: 45% of fertilizers locked at lower prices, reducing input costs despite 14% Selic rate.
- **Sugarcane Recovery**: 580M ton harvest expected, 70% in stable regions offsetting Sao Paulo volatility.
- **Dividend Caution**: 25% mandatory payout, but capital allocation shift due to 30%+ working capital cost increase.
- **Trade War Edge**: Brazil benefits from US-China tariffs, but balanced global supply limits export surge.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Q3 2025 net revenue: R$870 million, adjusted EBITDA: R$195 million, net income: R$76 million.
- Soybean prices outperformed expectations, with 2% YoY increase in reais per sack despite currency volatility.
- Corn production stabilized due to ethanol demand, with 60% of corn sales locked at higher prices.
- Cotton prices locked at R$77.30 per sack, with R$64 exchange rate advantage.
- Fertilizer costs managed through early locking, with 45% phosphate and 50% chloric inputs secured.

**【CFO Financial Highlights】**
- Nine-month net income: R$76 million (vs. R$5.9 million prior year).
- EBITDA: R$195 million (10% margin), driven by sugarcane (R$48 million), soy (R$21 million), and farm sale (R$103 million).
- Financial results impacted by high interest rates (Selic at 14%), with working capital costs up 30% YoY.
- Debt structure: R$779 million net debt, 50% maturing in 2-5 years, 37% over 5 years.

**【Q&A Key Takeaways】**
1. **Land Acquisition Strategy**: Focusing on Maranhão and Piauí for high leverage, low-cost expansions. Land prices expected to remain stable due to soy yield parity.
2. **Trade War Opportunities**: Brazil benefits from US-China soy tariffs, but balanced Northern/Southern Hemisphere production limits excess exports.
3. **Logistics Challenges**: High terrain costs hinder efficiency, but storage investments (e.g., Bahia silos) improve internal freight margins.
4. **Sugarcane Harvest Outlook**: 580-590 million tonnes (vs. 610-620 million prior estimate), with 70% production in non-volatile regions.
5. **Dividend Policy**: Mandatory 25% payout, but capital allocation reevaluated due to 14%+ interest rates. Extraordinary impacts from farm sales to support distributions.
6. **Stock Buybacks**: Limited due to liquidity concerns, but Board will assess if undervaluation persists.
7. **Government Safra Plan**: 30% of working capital subsidized at 10.5-11.5% interest, vs. 14% market rate. Higher costs strain margins but benefit all sector participants.


BrasilAgro - Companhia Brasileira de Propriedades Agrícolas (LND) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Record Profit Margins**: 31% EBITDA margin vs. 12% prior year, driven by sugarcane productivity gains and cost control.
- **Strategic Growth**: 4.3% sugarcane yield increase, 10% EBITDA margin improvement, and 41% off-season corn planting completion.
- **Risk Management**: 50% currency hedging, 41% crop pre-sales, and 15% logistics cost reduction during dollar volatility.
- **Capital Allocation**: Cautious M&A approach with focus on Bahia irrigation projects, no buybacks despite 20%+ share price undervaluation.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue and Profit Growth**: Q2 net revenue reached R$644 million, with adjusted EBITDA of R$78 million, up from R$24 million in the prior year. EBITDA margin improved to 31%.
- **Crop Performance**: Sugarcane productivity increased 4.3% year-over-year, soy margins recovered to R$10.70 per bag, and corn off-season harvest margins improved due to delayed rains and higher prices.
- **Strategic Initiatives**: Expansion of sugarcane irrigation projects in Bahia and Mato Grosso, with focus on diversifying crops to mitigate climate risks. Off-season corn planting achieved 41% of target.
- **Challenges**: Delayed rains in September/October impacted initial sugarcane yields, but extended rainfall in March/April could offset losses.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Financial Health**: Net income of R$77.8 million (vs. R$24 million prior year), driven by higher commodity prices and cost control. Debt reduced to R$798 million with 93.4% indexed to CDI rates.
- **Hedging Strategy**: 50% of soy sales hedged at R$5.26 per dollar, with 41% of corn and 42% of cotton sold. Ethanol pre-sales at R$2,750 per liter.
- **Cost Management**: Input costs stable at R$13.5 per hectare, with fertilizers locked in for current harvest. Logistics costs reduced due to dollar volatility.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **M&A and Liquidity**: High interest rates (14-18%) limit M&A, but Bahia's irrigation projects create liquidity for occasional acquisitions. Company prioritizes disciplined, low-risk transactions.
- **Land Conversion**: Converting pasture to farmland yields 7-9% IRR vs. 2.5% for cattle ranching. Guaporé Valley project achieved 54 bags/ha in first year.
- **Dollar Volatility**: 41% of soy hedged at R$5.26, with physical sales offsetting derivative positions. Logistics costs fell 15% due to dollar strength.
- **Buyback Consideration**: No current plans, but board will review if equity market remains undervalued despite strong operational performance.

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