Grupo SBF (SBFG3) reported a stunning financial turnaround, with a net profit of R$229 million ($40.53 million) in Q2 2024. This is a shift from a net loss of R$33.6 million ($5.95 million) last year.
The company’s earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) reached R$218.5 million ($38.67 million), a 46.7% increase.
Net sales rose by 7.6% to R$1.713 billion ($303.10 million), fueled by accelerated activities in both business units.
The gross profit increased to R$852.8 million ($150.92 million), up 12.6%, reflecting an improved margin. Gross margin also rose by 2.5 percentage points.
Fisia’s optimizations in markdowns and channel mix contributed to a 2.7 percentage point increase in margin.
Grupo SBF’s Quick Profit Recovery in Q2 2024. (Photo Internet reproduction)
Centauro, despite challenging comparisons, improved with a more effective product mix and a profitable digital strategy.
XP Investments analysts praised the growth and profitability, particularly in Fisia wholesale and Centauro’s digital channels.
Itaú BBA highlighted revenue growth in both Centauro and Fisia, surpassing expectations with increases of 4% and 7%, respectively.
Adjusted EBITDA stood at R$244 million ($43.19 million), 23% above forecasts.
The company also benefited from a non-recurring gain of R$176 million ($31.15 million) by settling past ICMS tax debts.
Goldman Sachs noted positive revenue surprises and emphasized improved profitability and inventory management.
Debt levels were reduced to 1.1 times net debt/EBITDA. Higher margins and controlled capital expenditures supported this improvement.
The financial health of Grupo SBF prompted buy recommendations with target prices of R$17 ($3.01) by Itau BBA and R$16 ($2.83) by Goldman Sachs.
In shorts, target prices are set at R$17 ($3.01) by Itaú BBA and R$16 ($2.83) by Goldman Sachs.
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