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Reuters
3 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
Brazil economic growth stays strong, supported by farm output, investments
BRASILIA, May 30 (Reuters) - Brazil's economy posted robust growth in the first quarter despite climbing interest rates as fixed investments, household consumption and strong farm output underpinned activity, pushing inflation to a two-year high. Gross domestic product in Latin America's largest economy rose 1.4% in the January-to-March period from the previous quarter, government statistics agency IBGE said on Friday, in line with the growth forecast in a Reuters poll of economists. GDP expanded 2.9% from a year earlier, below expectations for a 3.2% increase. On the supply side, agriculture stood out with a 12.2% gain from the previous quarter, fueled by a bumper soybean harvest. Services, which make up roughly 70% of Brazil's economy, expanded 0.3% amid a tight labor market, while industrial output slipped 0.1%. On the demand side, investments measured by gross fixed capital formation stood out with a 3.1% rise from the prior quarter. Household consumption also contributed with 1.0% growth, supported by measures from leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to boost disposable income, including a minimum wage hike. Government spending increased by 0.1%. The strong economic performance came despite the central bank's aggressive monetary tightening, which has raised the benchmark Selic interest rate by 425 basis points since September, to a nearly 20-year high of 14.75%. The government expects soaring interest rates to weigh more on economic activity in the second half of the year, projecting GDP growth to slow to 2.4% in 2025 from 3.4% last year.
Bloomberg
19-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Galipolo Vow on Higher-for-Longer Brazilian Rates Boosts Bets on Cycle's End
Central bank President Gabriel Galípolo said Brazil needs interest rates to remain at a very restrictive level for longer, boosting investors' bets that policymakers could stop the current tightening cycle at their next meeting in June. The bank has front-loaded monetary policy and now it's logical to keep it tight for a longer period of time, Galípolo said during an event Monday in São Paulo organized by Goldman Sachs Group Inc.. The governor also said Brazil isn't even close to debating an inflection in monetary policy.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alupar Investimento SA (BSP:ALUP3) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Revenue Growth and ...
Revenue (IFRS): BRL1.223 million, a growth of 22.8% year-over-year. Transmission Segment Revenue Increase: BRL205 million, driven by monetary correction revenue. Generation Segment Revenue Increase: BRL41.9 million, with notable contributions from Ferreira Gomes, PCH Morro Azul, and La Virgen. EBIT: BRL932.5 million, increased due to revenue growth and infrastructure investments. Net Revenue (Regulatory): BRL857.5 million, 8.3% above the previous year. EBITDA (Regulatory): BRL685 million, 2.5% higher than the previous year. Gross Debt: BRL12.588 million, with a cash position of BRL3,678 million, resulting in a net debt of BRL8,909 million. Dividend Distribution: BRL69.2 million, equivalent to $0.21 per unit, with a payout of 52%. Share Performance: Shares increased by 8.3%, with a financial volume growth of 7.3% year-over-year. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 7 Warning Signs with BSP:ALUP3. Release Date: May 09, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Alupar Investimento SA (BSP:ALUP3) reported a 22.8% growth in revenue compared to the same period last year, driven by increased financial indicators and monetary correction revenue. The company approved a significant dividend distribution for 2024, totaling BRL275.7 million, representing a payout of 51.5%. Alupar Investimento SA (BSP:ALUP3) achieved substantial progress in its projects, with the TCN project reaching 99% physical advancement and the North strip of EATE transmission company reaching 98%. The company reported a strong cash position of BRL1.203 billion, resulting in a negative net debt of BRL325 million. Alupar Investimento SA (BSP:ALUP3) experienced an 8.3% increase in share value, outperforming the IBOVESPA index, which grew by 13.3%. The company faces challenges with curtailment issues affecting its energy generation segment, impacting short-term profitability. There are fewer transmission bid opportunities in Latin America this year, which may limit growth prospects in the region. Alupar Investimento SA (BSP:ALUP3) reported an increase in infrastructure costs by BRL89.2 million due to investments in transmission projects in Brazil. The company experienced a rise in energy purchase costs by BRL19.7 million, influenced by price differences between regions and increased settlement prices. The ongoing arbitration and project execution for the TNE line present uncertainties and potential delays in realizing expected returns. Q: Can you evaluate the possibility of participating in the next transmission bid in Brazil and discuss the pipeline of opportunities in Latin America? A: We will analyze the projects and conditions as they arise. There are fewer auctions this year compared to last, but the market is expected to grow due to renewable energy needs. The situation is dynamic, with some years offering more projects than others. Q: How is the process of the TNE line going, and what are the company's plans after the results of the balance of this line? A: The TNE process is ongoing, and we have positive expectations. We have agreements in place with Eletrobras, and our participation is being diluted throughout the project. The valuation will be reassessed once the project is completed and the arbitration is finalized. Q: Are there any other backlog or pipeline improvements from the new side? A: We have ongoing projects for equipment replacement due to aging infrastructure. Recently, we completed a project with an RBNIA of BRL130 million. We have additional projects totaling approximately BRL600 million to be executed over three years. Q: What is the company's vision regarding the potential improvement of the flow in the Northeast and the risks involved? A: The flexibilization of the IMS could improve the system by 1 to 1.5 gigawatts. The curtailment issue is complex, involving various stakeholders. We are actively engaged in negotiations to address these challenges and improve the grid. Q: What is the outlook for investments in Latin America in 2025 and beyond? A: 2025 appears to be a calmer year, but we are optimistic about 2026. We are open to exploring new opportunities if they offer attractive returns. We are also considering other markets globally, focusing on energy transition and basic network investments. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
