Q1 2025 Earnings | Friday, May 9

Klabin S.A.

Klabin S.A. Q1 2025 Earnings Call Summary

Overview

Klabin S.A. discussed their first-quarter performance, highlighting operational outcomes and market trends impacting the company’s growth and financial health.

Key Financial Metrics

  • Net Revenue: R$4.9 billion (up 10% YoY)
  • Adjusted EBITDA: R$1.9 billion (up 13% YoY, EBITDA margin of 38%)
  • Total Cash Cost per Ton: R$3,335
  • Net Debt: R$30.5 billion (reduction of R$2.8 billion from Q4 2024)
  • Liquidity: R$9.3 billion
  • Shareholder Remuneration: R$1 billion over the last 12 months

Operational Highlights

  • Total sales volume was 906,000 tons, a decrease of 2% compared to Q1 2024.
  • Sales volume breakdown:
    • Pulp: 8% increase
    • Paper: 34% increase
    • Packaging: 28% increase
  • EBITDA contribution: Paper and packaging represented 63%, while pulp accounted for 37%.

Market Insights

The company noted that external market conditions, particularly in China, are affecting demand and pricing strategies:

  • Short fiber pulp market facing challenges due to tariff policies affecting exports.
  • Fluff market expected to improve due to shifts in global trade dynamics.
  • Coated boards and Kraftliner markets remain stable, but future price adjustments may depend on market demand.

Future Outlook

Klabin expressed optimism about operational improvements and plans to enhance production capacity:

  • Expecting 200,000 tons of total production increase in 2025.
  • Focus on maintaining cost discipline and improving cash flow.
  • Investments in long fiber products and Fluff are anticipated as part of strategic growth.

Conclusion

Klabin's management remains committed to operational excellence, cost control, and strategic investments, positioning the company for sustained growth amid challenging market conditions.


 

 

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