Adecoagro SA Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results
Intellectia.AI2024-11-14
Adecoagro S.A. Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results
LUXEMBOURG, Nov. 13, 2024 – Adecoagro S.A. (NYSE: AGRO), a leading sustainable production company in South America, has reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. The financial statements are presented in U.S. dollars and adhere to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Key Financial Metrics
| Metric | 3Q24 | Year-over-Year Change |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Sales | 17.7% increase | - |
| Adjusted EBITDA | Down 28.6% | -11.7% post-adjustment |
| Year-to-Date Adjusted EBITDA | Down 10.5% | - |
Adecoagro's financial performance this quarter reflects strong sales increases, with notable improvements in gross sales. However, the Adjusted EBITDA witnessed a decrease, mainly attributed to a previous farm sale, indicating core business operations remain relatively stable.
Revenue Performance by Segment
| Segment | 3Q24 Revenue Performance | Comparison to Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar, Ethanol & Energy | $100.1 million EBITDA | Down 12.6% |
| Farming | $17.4 million EBITDA | Decline of $26.8 million due to farm sale |
Despite an overall downtick in Adjusted EBITDA, individual segments such as the Sugar, Ethanol & Energy business show resilience through increased sales volumes, although affected by a decline in sugar and ethanol prices.
Key Developments and Operational Highlights
- Approved a $35.0 million cash dividend, with a second installment of $17.5 million to be paid on November 27th.
- $61.3 million spent on share repurchases year-to-date, equivalent to 5.7% of equity.
- Completion of a cash tender offer for $84.4 million of AGRO's 6.00% Senior Notes due 2027.
- Independent appraisal assessed Adecoagro's farmland at $682.6 million, a year-over-year valuation increase of 0.4%.
Executive Remarks
Company executives emphasized the commitment to shareholder distributions, surpassing the minimum required by their policy. The focus remains on optimizing operations and returns, leveraging opportunities for more effective capital management.
Dividends and Share Repurchase Program
- Dividends : $35.0 million approved in cash dividends, with the next installment of $17.5 million scheduled for November 27th.
- Share Repurchase : $61.3 million has been deployed in repurchasing shares, representing 5.7% of the total equity.
Forward Guidance
No forward guidance was provided in this earnings report.
Stock Price Movement
Following the earnings release, Adecoagro's stock experienced a slight movement, adjusting by -0.71%.
As Adecoagro navigates a challenging market with strategic initiatives and disciplined financial management, the company continues to reinforce its sustainable production leadership in South America.
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