Average Oil Price: $75 per barrel in Q1 2025, down from $84 per barrel in Q1 2024. Production Increase: 5.4% increase in oil production compared to the previous quarter. Cash Generation: $8.5 billion generated in cash from operations. Net Income: $6 billion, with a note that without foreign exchange effects, it would have been $4 billion. Adjusted EBITDA: $10 billion, 8% increase from the previous quarter. Operational Cash Flow: $8.5 billion, a 4% increase from the previous quarter. Investments: $4.1 billion in Q1 2025, a 29% decrease from Q4 2024, but a 34% increase from Q1 2024. Gross Debt: Increase due to the entry of FPSO Almirante Tamandare, but within the $75 billion debt ceiling. Dividends: BRL11.7 billion approved for Q1 2025, equivalent to BRL0.91 per share. Taxes Paid: BRL65.7 billion in taxes to various government levels. Exploration Success: New discoveries in the pre-salt layer and other regions, contributing to reserve expansion. Refinery Capacity Increase: RNEST Train 1 capacity increased from 80,000 to 130,000 barrels per day. Natural Gas Processing: Boaventura Complex to reach 21 million cubic meters per day capacity.

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Release Date: May 13, 2025

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

Positive Points

Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (NYSE:PBR) reported a strong financial performance in Q1 2025, with a net income of USD 6 billion and an adjusted EBITDA of USD 10 billion, reflecting an 8% increase from the previous quarter. The company achieved a 5.4% increase in oil production compared to the previous quarter, contributing significantly to its financial results. Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (NYSE:PBR) successfully expanded its reserves, particularly in the pre-salt layer, with new discoveries in the Aram block and the Campos Basin. The company is committed to capital discipline and cost reduction, focusing on simplified projects and optimizing spending to maintain profitability in a challenging oil price environment. Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (NYSE:PBR) is actively pursuing energy transition initiatives, including the production of low-carbon products and reforestation projects to capture carbon credits.

Negative Points

The company faces a challenging scenario with declining oil prices, which have dropped from $84 per barrel in Q1 2024 to $65 per barrel in Q2 2025, impacting revenue potential. Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (NYSE:PBR) is experiencing increased lifting costs, prompting the need for cost-cutting measures to maintain profitability. The company's gross debt increased due to the entry of new FPSO units, raising concerns about leverage and financial sustainability. Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (NYSE:PBR) is dealing with external market volatility, particularly in diesel and gasoline prices, which affects its pricing strategy and market stability. The company must navigate regulatory challenges and environmental licensing processes, particularly in the Equatorial Margin, which could impact exploration and production timelines.

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Q & A Highlights

Q: Can you provide more details on capital allocation and any potential changes to the investment plan if oil prices continue to decline? A: Fernando Melgarejo, Chief Financial, Investor Relations Officer, explained that Petrobras maintains a breakeven of $28 per barrel and tests projects at $45 per barrel. Currently, no changes are planned for the CapEx, and the company is prepared for volatile moments with a strategic plan in place.

Q: With Shell exiting some Caribbean assets, is Petrobras interested in acquiring these, and can you explain the recent diesel price adjustments? A: Sylvia Anjos, Chief Exploration, Production Officer, stated that Petrobras is assessing opportunities, including Shell's assets, as part of its global portfolio. Claudio Schlosser, Chief Logistics, Commercialization and Markets Officer, noted that diesel prices were adjusted due to international market trends, while gasoline prices remain stable due to different market dynamics.

Q: What initiatives are being taken to reduce costs, and is there potential for lower CapEx or extraordinary dividends? A: Fernando Melgarejo highlighted efforts to optimize spending and simplify projects to maintain CapEx levels. Sylvia Anjos added that operational efficiency improvements are being pursued to reduce costs. The focus is on maintaining sustainability and compensating investors adequately.

Q: Can you update us on the Equatorial Margin exploration and potential long-term investments in the region? A: Sylvia Anjos mentioned that Petrobras has complied with regulatory requirements and is awaiting approval to start drilling. The strategic plan includes $3 billion for the Equatorial Margin, with 15 wells planned over the next five years. Clarice Coppetti emphasized Petrobras' readiness for operations in the region.

Q: How is Petrobras addressing the competitive gas market and what strategies are in place for LNG production? A: Mauricio Tolmasquim, Chief of Energy Transition and Sustainability, explained that Petrobras is pursuing aggressive pricing strategies to capture new clients in the free market. Claudio Schlosser noted that investments in refining and LNG production, particularly at the Boaventura Complex, are key to increasing competitiveness.

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

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