Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q3 2025, Braskem recorded consolidated recurring EBITDA of $150 million, which is 104% higher than in Q2 2025 [5][13] - The company's cash position at the end of the quarter was approximately $1.3 billion, sufficient to cover debt maturities over the next 27 months [6][18] - Corporate leverage stood at approximately 14.7 times at the end of Q3 2025, mainly due to lower EBITDA over the last 12 months [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Brazil, recurring EBITDA was $205 million, a 35% increase from the previous quarter, driven by prioritization of higher value-added sales [7][8] - The utilization rate of the Green Ethylene Plant was 40%, down 31 percentage points from the previous quarter due to lower demand from Asian markets [8] - The Mexico segment had a recurring EBITDA of negative $37 million, impacted by higher idle expenses and lower provisions for fine receivable [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Utilization rates at petrochemical plants in Brazil were lower due to maintenance stoppages and production optimization strategies [4][6] - Resin sales in the Brazilian market decreased due to higher polyethylene imports and lower polypropylene demand [7] - The global macroeconomic scenario was marked by moderate growth, accelerated inflation, and high interest rates, impacting industrial activity in resin processing [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Braskem's resilience program aims to implement tactical initiatives to generate sustainable value, focusing on maximizing EBITDA and mitigating cash consumption [19][20] - The company is pursuing a transformation program structured around optimizing naphtha base, increasing gas base flexibility, and migrating to renewable products [19][24] - The Transform Rio project was approved to expand the Rio de Janeiro plant's capacity, expected to add 220,000 tons per year of ethylene capacity [25][27] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted that the petrochemical industry is facing a prolonged downturn, with expectations of a challenging environment until at least 2030 [32][38] - The company anticipates a significant gap between supply and demand in the petrochemical industry, driven by expansions in China and the Middle East [38] - Despite negative outlooks, Braskem continues to advance its resilience project to enhance global competitiveness [39] Other Important Information - Braskem signed an agreement related to the Alagoas geological event, providing for a total payment of BRL 1.2 billion, with around BRL 139 million already paid [15][53] - The company has established 79 action plans globally, with potential for capturing around $400 million in EBITDA and $500 million in cash generation for 2025 [20][22] Q&A Session Summary Question: When will a decision on the restructuring be made? - The company is currently completing a diagnostic with external advisors, and no options are confirmed or discarded at this moment [44] Question: What was the main economic driver for weak resin volumes this quarter? - The demand for resins is strongly associated with Brazilian GDP, and a drop of about 4% is expected for the next months, with a recovery of about 3% for the following year [45] Question: What is the timeline and expected impact of the Transform Rio project? - The project will begin its engineering phase now and is expected to be completed by the end of 2028, potentially adding just under $200 million per year to EBITDA [47][48] Question: What is the status of the PRESIC bill? - The bill has been approved by the Chamber of Deputies and is awaiting urgent evaluation in the Senate, with hopes for approval by the end of 2025 [51] Question: Can you provide details about the Alagoas agreement? - The agreement involves a total payment of BRL 1.2 billion over a 10-year period, with initial installments respecting the company's projected financial condition [53]