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IRSA(IRS) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
IRSIRSA(IRS)2025-02-07 15:32

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a net loss of 41 billion Pesos primarily due to non-cash effects from the appraisal of investment properties [3][66] - The adjusted EBITDA for the hotel segment dropped from 15 billion Pesos to 5 billion Pesos, with hotel margins decreasing from 38% to 17% [38][96] - The net financial results showed a significant improvement with a net FX result of a 205 billion Pesos loss last year compared to a gain of 21 billion Pesos this year due to Peso appreciation [100][101] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Shopping malls experienced a 21.4% increase in tenant sales in Q2 2025 compared to the previous quarter, although still 8.5% below the same quarter last year [11][69] - The office segment achieved full occupancy in its premium portfolio, with stable rents at approximately 25persquaremeterpermonth[14][72]Thehotelsegmentfacedchallengeswithoccupancyratesdecliningfrom7025 per square meter per month [14][72] - The hotel segment faced challenges with occupancy rates declining from 70% to 67% compared to the previous year [16][74] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company completed the acquisition of the Terrazas De Mayo shopping mall, adding approximately 34,000 square meters of GLA to its portfolio [12][19] - The overall occupancy rate for the shopping malls remained high at nearly 98%, excluding the newly acquired mall which is currently at 82.3% [12][71] - The company noted a positive outlook for the shopping mall segment in the upcoming quarters, aligning with economic recovery in Argentina [11][61] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on residential developments, with a significant project, Ramblas Del Plata, expected to yield over 10,000 new homes and an estimated investment of 1.8 billion [20][90] - The strategy includes selling plots to cover infrastructure costs and swapping remaining plots with local developers, minimizing cash investment from the company [54][113] - The company anticipates positive developments in the shopping mall segment and the commencement of several construction projects in the next quarters [61][120] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the recovery in consumer spending following the Milei administration, expecting improved performance in the shopping mall segment [61][120] - The company is optimistic about the valuation of its mall portfolio increasing due to decreasing country risk and improving operational figures [40][99] - Management expressed confidence in managing debt maturities, citing a strong cash position and liquidity [58][118] Other Important Information - The company paid dividends yielding 8% during the last quarter, maintaining a conservative net debt level of 255 million [44][103] - The company is actively pursuing infrastructure projects, with significant investments planned for the Ramblas Del Plata project [81][82] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide details on the price per square meter for the Ramblas Del Plata project? - The expected price per square meter will start at no less than 4,000, potentially reaching up to $6,000 for taller buildings depending on market conditions [49][109] Question: How does the company plan to finance the upcoming investments? - The company plans to finance projects through cash generation and selling plots to cover infrastructure costs, minimizing cash outflow [54][115] Question: How will the company manage debt maturities in 2025? - The company has sufficient liquidity to manage debt maturities and will evaluate whether to go to the market or raise debt through banking channels [58][118]