pania Cervecerias Unidas S.A.(US:CCU)2022-11-09 16:32Company Overview - CCU is a regional multi-category beverage player with operations in Chile, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Bolivia [10] - As of September 30, 2022, CCU's market capitalization was 2 billion USD [9] - In 2021, CCU's total volume was 34.7 million HL, net sales were 3.272 billion USD, and EBITDA was 586 million USD [10] - CCU has a diversified brand portfolio with leading market shares in core and synergic categories [16] Financial Performance - From 2002 to 2021, CCU's CAGR was 6.7% for net sales, 9.4% for EBITDA, and 12.3% for net income [25] - In Q3 2022, CCU's consolidated net sales increased by 9.9% compared to Q3 2021, reaching 684.106 million CLP [79] - However, in Q3 2022, CCU's consolidated EBITDA decreased by 33.4% compared to Q3 2021, reaching 67.607 million CLP [79] - CCU's balance sheet shows strong financial ratios, with an interest coverage of 5.94 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.45 as of September 30, 2022 [81] Sustainability - CCU is focused on profitable and sustainable growth, with a commitment to economic, social, and environmental responsibility [24] - CCU aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions per liter produced by 50% by 2030 compared to a 2010 baseline [43] - CCU aims to use 75% energy generated from renewable sources [43]