Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina Sociedad Anonima ( (LOMA) ) has released its Q1 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina Sociedad Anonima presented to its investors.
Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina Sociedad Anonima is the leading cement producer in Argentina, engaged in the production and distribution of cement, masonry cement, aggregates, concrete, and lime, primarily for private and public construction projects.
In the first quarter of 2025, Loma Negra reported a decrease in net sales revenues by 8.9% year-over-year, primarily due to a decline in the cement segment. Despite this, the company managed to improve its EBITDA margin to 24.0%, up from 22.6% in the previous year, showcasing effective cost management and increased sales volumes.
Key financial highlights include a consolidated adjusted EBITDA of Ps. 39,168 million, a decrease of 3.2% year-over-year, and a net profit of Ps. 21,250 million, significantly lower than the previous year’s Ps. 79,061 million. The company’s net debt stood at Ps. 186,604 million, with a net debt to LTM adjusted EBITDA ratio of 0.96x, indicating a stable financial position despite the challenges faced.
Sales volumes showed positive trends, with cement, masonry, and lime increasing by 8.9% year-over-year, and concrete volumes rising by 22.8%. The aggregates and railroad segments also experienced growth in volumes, although pricing dynamics remained challenging.
Looking ahead, Loma Negra’s management remains optimistic about the Argentine economy’s projected growth and the potential for a robust recovery in the construction sector, which could drive improved performance in the coming months.