Quarterly ResultMay 14, 2026, 07:31 AM
Braskem 1Q26 Recurring EBITDA Jumps 76% to $192M
AI Summary
Braskem reported a 76% increase in consolidated Recurring EBITDA to US$192 million in 1Q26 compared to 4Q25, driven by strong performance in Brazil/South America and the United States & Europe segments. The Brazil/South America segment's EBITDA rose 69% to US$241 million, while the US & Europe segment turned positive at US$21 million. The company also noted a positive impact of US$32 million on COGS from the REIQ incentive and recorded a net income of US$275 million. However, the Mexico segment posted a negative EBITDA of US$15 million, and the company experienced operating cash consumption of R$3.2 billion.
Key Highlights
- Consolidated Recurring EBITDA increased 76% to US$192 million in 1Q26.
- Brazil/South America segment Recurring EBITDA rose 69% to US$241 million.
- United States & Europe segment Recurring EBITDA turned positive at US$21 million.
- Mexico segment Recurring EBITDA was negative US$15 million.
- Net income attributable to shareholders was US$275 million (R$1.4 billion).
- Positive impact on COGS of US$32 million from the REIQ incentive.
- Operating cash consumption was R$3.2 billion in 1Q26.
- Investments (ex-Braskem Idesa and REIQ Investimentos) totaled US$76 million.