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Petroleo Brasileiro SA- Petrobras (MX:PBRN)
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EarningsQ2 2026 Earnings Report

Petroleo Brasileiro SA- Petrobras (PBRN) Q2 2026 Earnings Report

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MX:PBRN Q2 2026 EPS Results

Actual EPS$29.27
Consensus EPS$25.50
Beat/MissBeat by +$3.76
One Year Ago EPS$13.67

MX:PBRN Q2 2026 Revenue Results

Actual Revenue$609.85B
Expected Revenue$571.80B
Beat/MissBeat by +$38.05B
YoY Revenue Growth+59.62%

Earnings Announcement Details

QuarterQ2 2026
Date08/06/2026
TimeAfter Close
Conference CallThursday, August 6, 2026
MX:PBRN Upcoming Earnings
Petroleo Brasileiro SA- Petrobras's next earnings date is estimated for November 10, 2026, based on past reporting schedules.

Q2 2026 Earnings Call Audio

MX:PBRN Q2 2026 Earnings Call
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Q2 2026 Earnings Slide Deck

Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary

Q2 2026
Earnings Call Date:Aug 06, 2026|
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized strong operational execution and record financial results driven by production ramp-ups, higher refining utilization and robust cash generation. Management balanced this with caution on macro volatility (Brent/FX), operating-cost pressures (freight/logistics), some short-term balance-sheet recognition from lease amendments, regulatory uncertainty (gas policy), and ongoing exposure to Braskem. Overall the positive operational and financial momentum materially outweighs the challenges noted.
Company Guidance
The company guided that strong operating delivery underpins its outlook: Q2 production was 2.7 million bbl/d (>3.0 million boe/d), beating the Q2 target of 2.5 m bbl/d by 200k and up 15% YoY (≈+350k bbl/d), with ~270k bbl/d of additional ramp‑up capacity available in H2; major FPSOs (225k nameplate) have hit up to ~270k bbl/d and six units already add >100k bbl/d above nameplate. CapEx was $5.3bn in Q2 (+4% vs Q1), $10.4bn YTD, ~82% to E&P and full‑year guidance ~ $16.9bn (±5%); activity rose (drilling +40%, completions +45%, interconnections +43%). Refining utilization exceeded 100% (Q2 ~101%, Apr–May ~102%), product output +6% QoQ, imports down 40% QoQ, exports +12% QoQ; adjusted EBITDA ex‑one‑offs was $20bn (+70% QoQ), gross profit $19.5bn, operating cash flow $12.3bn (+~50% QoQ). Balance‑sheet metrics: gross debt $70.8bn, net debt $60.4bn, target to converge to ~$65bn over the plan horizon (longer‑term net‑debt ambition cited), actions to save >$1bn cash over 2026–2030 and cut debt by >$400m by 2030; Q2 taxes/government take totaled BRL 88.6bn (BRL 500m municipalities, BRL 31.5bn states, BRL 34.2bn federal, BRL 22.4bn royalties).
Record Recurring Profit and Gross Profit
Achieved the highest recurring net profit in dollars for a quarter in Petrobras' history (excluding one-offs). Gross profit reached $19.5 billion for the quarter. Adjusted EBITDA was ~$20 billion (≈70% QoQ increase and nearly 2x YoY).
Strong Cash Generation
Operating cash flow of $12.3 billion for the quarter, an increase of nearly 50% vs. the previous quarter. Prepaid/repurchased debt moves included $2.9 billion of loan repayments and $700 million in bond repurchases; opportunistic raise of ~$600 million.
Material Production Growth
Oil production of 2.7 million barrels per day (bpd), a 15% increase YoY (≈+350,000 bpd). Surpassed Q2 internal target (2.5 million bpd) by ~200,000 bpd. Oil + gas equivalent production exceeded 3.0 million boe/d.
Additional Production Upside from Ramp-Ups and Overperformance
Several FPSOs operating above nameplate: Almirante Tamandaré peaked at 270,000 bpd (vs nameplate 225,000). Six other units adapted to exceed original capacity, delivering >100,000 bpd incremental capacity today. Management notes ~270,000 bpd of capacity still to ramp up in H2.
CapEx Focused on High-Return E&P
Q2 CapEx $5.3 billion (+4% QoQ), totaling $10.4 billion in 1H. 82% of investment directed to E&P. Well drilling +40%, well completions +45%, and interconnections +43% QoQ, supporting accelerated production growth and ramp-ups (P-78/P-79/P-80/P-82/P-83 pipeline).
Refining Operational Records and Reduced Imports
Refinery utilization factor (FUT) surpassed 100% in Q2 (101% average; ~102% in Apr–May). Product output increased 6% QoQ and imports decreased ~40% QoQ (notably diesel). Diesel production reached a monthly record in July (~3,904,000 m3). Exports of oil increased ~12% in the quarter.
Tax & Societal Contribution
Paid BRL 88.6 billion in taxes and government take in Q2; BRL ~22 billion more than Q2 last year. Management estimates ~BRL 90 billion additional annual government take vs. prior year on current run-rate.
Cost Savings from Contract Renegotiations
Renegotiated recharter and well-service contracts expected to generate estimated cash-flow savings of >$1 billion over 2026–2030 and reduce debt service by >$400 million by 2030, despite short-term recognition of higher lease liabilities.
Exploration Wins and International Activity
New gas discovery in Colombia reported, supporting international exploration strategy. Ongoing seismic and acreage activity in Equatorial margin, Africa (Namibia, South Africa partnerships), Mexico and other frontier areas to replenish reserves.

MX:PBRN Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Nov 10, 2026
2026 (Q3)
22.60 / -
17.069―
2026 (Q2)
25.50 / 29.27
13.67114.10% (+15.60)
2026 (Q1)
18.01 / 18.01
16.9066.56% (+1.11)
2025 (Q4)
10.42 / 8.38
-8.162202.67% (+16.54)
2025 (Q3)
13.05 / 17.07
15.877.56% (+1.20)
2025 (Q2)
12.82 / 13.67
-1.3091144.44% (+14.98)
2025 (Q1)
17.49 / 16.91
12.50735.17% (+4.40)
2024 (Q4)
8.63 / -8.16
16.942-148.18% (-25.10)
2024 (Q3)
14.56 / 15.87
15.273.93% (+0.60)
Aug 08, 2024
2024 (Q2)
9.40 / -1.31
16.36-108.00% (-17.67)
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