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Yahoo
08-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras SA (EBR) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strategic Growth ...
Release Date: August 07, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Positive Points Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras SA (NYSE:EBR) announced a significant dividend payout of 4 billion BRL, reflecting improved financial stability. The company successfully reduced its compulsory debts from 20 billion BRL to under 12 billion BRL, showcasing effective liability management. Investments increased by 116% compared to the first quarter of 2025, indicating a strong focus on growth and infrastructure improvements. The completion of the Ponchilla Negra wind farm and the upcoming delivery of the Manaus Bovista connection highlight progress in renewable energy projects. EBR's energy trading strategy resulted in a 1.6 billion BRL contribution margin in the second quarter, demonstrating effective market positioning. Negative Points The company reported a loss of 1.3 billion BRL, primarily due to regulatory remeasurement of transmission contracts. There was a drop in transmission revenue, which was only partially offset by increased generation margins. The energy market liquidity for 2026 and 2027 is expected to be volatile, posing potential challenges for future trading strategies. Despite cost reductions, the company faced challenges in employee management, with a reduction in workforce but significant new hires. The GSF (Generation Scaling Factor) scenario remains challenging, potentially impacting the company's ability to fully capitalize on higher energy prices. Q & A Highlights Warning! GuruFocus has detected 10 Warning Signs with EBR. Q: Can you provide more details on your trading strategy for the second quarter and the expected recurring CapEx for improvements in the next quarter? A: (Italo Freitass, VP of Trade and Energy Solutions) Our trading strategy involves distributed teams across regions focusing on finding clients that add value. We analyze our portfolio to maximize revenue. (Elie Wolf, VP of Strategy and Business Development) Regarding CapEx, we are investing significantly in our assets, with a focus on resilience and returns. We expect to execute around BRL 4.5 billion in 2025, with continued growth anticipated. Q: Have you concluded the internal process to accelerate investments in reinforcements and improvements? Also, should we be aware of any differences between IFRS and regulatory models? A: (Robson Pinero de Campos, VP of Expansion Engineering) Our process for identifying and executing investments is robust and aligned. We have improved significantly in the second quarter. Regarding IFRS and regulatory differences, adjustments are mainly eliminations between revenue and cost among companies, with nothing noteworthy to highlight. Q: What returns do you expect from investments in reinforcements and improvements, and how is liquidity in the energy market affecting your strategy? A: (Eduardo Hayama, VP of Finance and Investor Relations) Returns on regulated investments can vary, but historically, regulations have been constructive. We constantly analyze parameters to ensure alignment. (Rodrigo Limp, VP of Regulation, Institutional and Markets) Liquidity is improving, especially in the Southeast, and our strategy involves strengthening sales in the north and northeast to capitalize on energy price increases. Q: What is the company's focus for the future, and will there be changes in the dividend payout strategy? A: (Ivan de Souza Monteros, CEO) Our focus is on consolidating initiatives and providing predictable dividends. We are past the turnaround phase and are looking at medium to long-term growth opportunities, including M&A and auctions. We aim to make frequent dividend payments, supported by improved processes and technology integration. Q: How are you managing the longer position for the second half of the year given the challenging GSF scenario, and what is your strategy for selling your portfolio? A: (Eduardo Hayama, VP of Finance and Investor Relations) We concentrated sales in the first quarter to mitigate risks, and our strategy for the second half involves managing GSF and price scenarios. (Ivan de Souza Monteros, CEO) Our focus is on expanding our client base and using partnerships to allocate energy effectively, ensuring we maximize value for the company. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
30-07-2025
- Business
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Louisiana Congressman Cleo Fields promotes small businesses to enhance revitalization
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — One small business in north Baton Rouge may get a boost after a promotional visit from a democratic congressman. The phones are ringing, and the line is long for lunch at Lillie's Kitchen, but this wasn't always the case. 'This place was closed for a while. It's good that it's now open, because of you and your hard work, small businesses like yours help the economy,' Fields said as he thanked the business owner, Ms. Lillie, said her currently thriving business was helped along by local leaders. 'One day, someone said this place was available,' said Lillie. 'Then, people like Senator Barrow and Darryl Hurst, our council person, everyone talked to Mr. Brown [the previous owner], he wanted to know, 'Who is this person?' So, I came over and took a look, and when we came over, it was like magic,' Lillie Jones, with an EBR city-parish program called The Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Businesses Program, or SEDBE, said seeing the congressman here supporting small businesses in North Baton Rouge is just what the community needs. 'North Baton Rouge definitely needs some enhancements, some opportunities to grow. Revitalization is super needed in this area,' Jones said he'll be calling attention to similar businesses through August, with a listening tour, during his time away from said he'll take what he learns back to D.C. in hopes of furthering the revitalization of our local economy in spots where it's most needed. Fields also said he hopes the tour he's on will encourage people in our area to keep going with their business ideas. Latest News New Orleans Saints tackle Davon Godchaux shows off his defensive game Louisiana Congressman Cleo Fields promotes small businesses to enhance revitalization Louisiana educator shares how to reverse learning loss ahead of school Senate confirms Emil Bove to appeals court despite whistleblower complaints, controversy What's the difference between tsunami warning, watch? Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Herald Sun
16-06-2025
- Business
- Herald Sun
Vital Signs Podcast: EBR's major milestones in WiSE CRT commercialisation
Don't miss out on the headlines from Stockhead. Followed categories will be added to My News. Vital Signs is a podcast series focused on investing, hosted by Senior Health and Biotech journalist Nadine McGrath. In this episode Nadine chats to John McCutcheon, the President and CEO of EBR Systems (ASX:EBR). EBR is focused on its lead technology, the WiSE CRT System, an innovative device designed to overcome the limitations of conventional Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT) and is the only leadless left ventricular endocardial pacing (LVEP) device on the market. The company recently received FDA approval for the device in the US, opening the door to a mega market opportunity in one of the worlds largest healthcare markets. Earlier this month, the first two US commercial patients were treated with WiSE ahead of the company's reimbursement milestones, further demonstrating the clinical importance of the device. In this episode McCutcheon explains the significance of the technology, the reimbursement scheme and outlines the next steps for EBR as it prepares for commercial roll out. This podcast was developed in collaboration with EBR Systems, a Stockhead advertiser at the time of publishing. The interviews and discussions in this podcast are opinions only and not financial or investment advice. Listeners should obtain independent advice based on their own circumstances before making any financial decisions. Originally published as Vital Signs Podcast: EBR's major milestones in WiSE CRT commercialisation
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Funding issues delay City of St. George school district creation bill
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Plans to create a new school district for the City of St. George were delayed after the East Baton Rouge Parish School System (EBRPSS) raised objections, prompting lawmakers to defer the bill. Senate Bills 25 and 234, authored by Sen. Rick Edmonds and Rep. Emily Chenevert, seek to allow St. George to break away and form its own school district. The board said it doesn't oppose voters having a say. However, members worry that the current bills would put 'unfair burdens' on the school system. At the heart of the board's opposition is a $360 million unfunded liability for retiree health and life insurance benefits. The resolution states that SB 234 doesn't clearly explain how to manage this debt if the new district forms. This leaves EBRPSS with all the financial responsibility. The resolution also criticizes a part of SB 234. This part would let students from the new St. George district access EBR magnet programs forever. Board members say this would reduce chances for EBR students. Many magnet programs already have long waiting lists. In the resolution, the board said this bill would lock in an unequal system and take control away from both districts. It passed during a special meeting Monday night. On Tuesday, Edmonds asked the House Education Committee to temporarily defer consideration of SB 234. SB 25, which passed 8-2 in committee, suggests a constitutional change to fund the new district. However, the board wants lawmakers to delay both bills until they amend SB 234 to address their concerns. The resolution tells the board's general counsel to send copies to all members of the East Baton Rouge legislative delegation as the bills go to debate in the House. Lifeguard shortage delays opening of Liberty Lagoon New Hampshire bakery wins free speech case over a painting of doughnuts, pastries NOAA predicts above average 2025 hurricane season: How many storms US could see Baton Rouge youth choir talks about going viral, new album releasing this summer SCHEDULE | Race day for the Indianapolis 500 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Eletrobras: Q1 Earnings Snapshot
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras SA (EBR) on Thursday reported a loss of $60.2 million in its first quarter. On a per-share basis, the Rio De Janeiro-based company said it had a loss of 3 cents. Losses, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to 1 cent per share. The electric utility posted revenue of $1.78 billion in the period. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights ( using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on EBR at Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
