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SABESP(SBS) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-11 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted net revenue was stable year over year at $5.5 billion, while adjusted EBITDA grew 15% to $3.2 billion, achieving a 59% margin [6][17] - Adjusted net income reached $1.2 billion, reflecting a 9.5% growth compared to the prior year, and cash flow from operations increased 22% to $1.7 billion [6][17] - EBITDA to cash conversion reached 54% in the quarter, indicating disciplined execution and resource optimization [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Water production increased by 4.4% year over year to 809 million cubic meters, with active connections growing by 0.6% [5] - Sewage connections rose by 1.1%, reflecting the company's investment focus on sewage services [5] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a collection efficiency of 101%, marking one of the highest historical performances [12][21] - The Fawuspi rate increased from 3.28% to 3.78%, impacting revenue and EBITDA [6][94] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on three strategic priorities: delivering on the new concession agreement, improving operational efficiency, and strengthening financial efficiency [19][20] - CapEx accelerated to $4 billion in the quarter, growing 175% year over year, supporting the company's investment program [14][20] - The company is rolling out a large smart metering program, with 4.4 million IoT-enabled smart meters planned for installation by 2029 [22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving universal access and improving service delivery, with a commitment to operational excellence and sustainable growth [17][19] - The company is optimistic about its ability to manage water security and has contingency plans in place for the upcoming rainy season [36][52] Other Important Information - The company has formalized a decarbonization roadmap with targets to reduce total emissions by 15% by 2035 [26] - The MI acquisition is expected to enhance water security and operational efficiency, with closing anticipated between late Q4 and early Q1 of the following year [27] Q&A Session Summary Question: Updates on the annual tariff review process - Management is in the final steps of determining the regulatory asset base addition for 2024 and expects to share updates soon [30][32] Question: Expectations on hydro resilience improvements - Short-term strategies include contingency plans for water management, while the MI acquisition is expected to enhance water security [36][39] Question: M&A opportunities and focus areas - The company is focused on fulfilling obligations from the privatization of Sabesp but is also exploring potential M&A opportunities as they arise [42][45] Question: Details on the severance program - The company does not expect to implement additional voluntary dismissal programs after the current one [48][50] Question: Impact of social tariffs on revenue - The impact of social tariffs in Q3 was approximately $117 million, which will be recovered through future tariff adjustments [59][65] Question: Discounts reduced for large clients - The total gain from discount removal for large clients in Q3 was approximately $133 million, with ongoing adjustments affecting pricing and mix [68][71] Question: CapEx execution details - The company executed $4 billion in CapEx, focusing primarily on sewage treatment and water safety improvements [102][105]
SABESP(SBS) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-11-11 12:00
Financial Performance - Adjusted net revenue increased slightly by 0.1% from R$5462 million in 3Q24 to R$5468 million in 3Q25[15, 21, 32] - Adjusted EBITDA increased by 14.7% from R$2794 million in 3Q24 to R$3206 million in 3Q25[15, 33, 34] - Adjusted net income increased by 9.5% from R$1173 million in 3Q24 to R$1284 million in 3Q25[15, 110] - Cash flow from operations increased by 21.9% from R$1413 million in 3Q24 to R$1723 million in 3Q25[15] - Cash conversion rate increased from 50.6% in 3Q24 to 53.7% in 3Q25[15] Operational Highlights - Water production volume increased by 4.4% from 775.101 million m³ in 3Q24 to 808.878 million m³ in 3Q25[10] - Water connections increased by 0.6% from 9450 thousand in 3Q24 to 9509 thousand in 3Q25[12] - Sewage connections increased by 1.1% from 8156 thousand in 3Q24 to 8245 thousand in 3Q25[13] Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) - Total CAPEX year-to-date reached R$10430 million[48, 117] - CAPEX for water projects in 3Q25 was R$1155 million, while sewage projects reached R$2823 million[48] - The company has contractual obligations up to 2029, with investments reaching R$38564 million[118, 119] Debt and Ratios - The company issued R$4.9 billion in debt in July, with maturities in 5, 7, and 10 years[62] - 59% of the company's debt matures in 2030 onwards[61, 62] - The company's cash position as of 3Q25 was R$11.6 billion[61, 62]
SABESP(SBS) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-08-12 12:30
Financial Performance - Net revenue increased by 29% YoY to R$5635 million, excluding non-recurring effects, construction, and financial asset bifurcation[15, 17] - Adjusted EBITDA increased by 215% YoY to R$3617 million, excluding non-recurring effects, construction, and financial asset bifurcation[15, 19] - Net income increased significantly by 766% YoY to R$2136 million[15, 43] - Cash flow from operations increased by 794% YoY to R$3181 million[15] - Cash conversion rate improved from 595% to 879%[15] Operational Highlights - Water production volume increased by 48% YoY[10] - Water connections increased by 08% YoY[12] - Sewage connections increased by 11% YoY[13] Revenue Analysis - FAUSP price contributed R$290 million to revenue[23] - Volume contributed R$210 million to revenue[23] - Mix impact reduced revenue by R$138 million, mainly due to subsidized tariffs[23, 31] Cost Management - Personnel expenses decreased by R$77 million, a 103% reduction YoY, due to an 11% reduction in employee numbers[34, 39] - Energy expenses decreased by 37% YoY[34] Capex and Debt - Capex reached R$36 billion in 2Q25[79] - Debt issued in July 2025 included R$11 billion in Eco Invest 2032, R$10 billion in Eco Invest 2035, and R$28 billion in Blue Bond 2030[62] - Cash position as of July 2025 was R$129 billion[64] Key Ratios - Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) increased to 15%[66] - Return on Equity (ROE) increased to 13%[66]