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Revenue Growth:2% increase compared to the same period last year.
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Fixed Income and Credit Growth:21% increase.
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Data Analytics and Solutions Growth:18% increase.
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Technology and Platforms Growth:13% increase.
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Net Income:BRL 1.3 billion.
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Earnings Per Share (EPS):BRL 0.24, a 12% increase from the previous year.
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Recurring EBITDA:BRL 1.7 billion with a 69.5% margin.
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Debenture Issuance:BRL 2.6 billion at CDI plus 0.45% per year.
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Distributions:BRL 1.3 billion, including BRL 875 million in share buybacks and BRL 403 million in interest on capital.
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Share Buyback:125 million shares repurchased, representing around 2.5% of share capital.
Release Date: November 12, 2025
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
Positive Points
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B3 SA - Brasil Bolsa Balcao ( BOLSY ) reported a 2% revenue growth despite challenging market conditions, showcasing the resilience of its business model.
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The company achieved significant growth in key areas: 21% in Fixed Income and Credit, 18% in Data Analytics and Solutions, and 13% in Technology and Platforms.
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Net income reached BRL 1.3 billion, with earnings per share increasing by 12% compared to the previous year, supported by a successful buyback program.
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B3 SA maintained expenses below inflation, demonstrating effective budget management and commitment to efficiency.
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The company successfully completed a BRL 2.6 billion debenture issuance at a competitive cost, positively impacting net present value.
Negative Points
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The equities and derivatives markets faced challenges, impacting overall market performance.
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There is uncertainty regarding potential tax changes in Brazil, which could affect B3 SA's financials if approved.
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The company faces competition from new local exchanges, although specific timelines and impacts remain unclear.
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The appreciation of the Brazilian real against the US dollar negatively impacted revenue linked to USD-denominated contracts.
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Despite improvements, the securities lending market is still not at the desired level of liquidity and volume.
Q & A Highlights
Q: Can you provide more details on the growth in Platform and Analytics, Market Support Services, and securities lending? Are these growth levels sustainable? A: Andre Veiga Milanez, CFO: In securities lending, we've initiated several initiatives to unlock liquidity, such as working with brokers to use the intermediation account and launching a liquidity pool. Fernando Campos, Investor Relations: Market Support Services growth is driven by the fixed income fund industry, with increased AUM and price adjustments. Platform and Analytics benefited from a better scenario in the auto vehicle industry and commercial efforts in Loss Prevention and Credit segments.
Q: How might potential fintech taxes in Brazil impact B3, and what is your outlook for equities and derivatives markets? A: Andre Veiga Milanez, CFO: The potential fintech tax could increase our taxation, but we are working to mitigate impacts. Regarding equities and derivatives, volumes have stabilized, and interest rate reductions could trigger increased activity. We expect a positive outlook for 2026, especially if interest rates decrease.
Q: What is B3's stance on predictive markets and new product development? A: Andre Veiga Milanez, CFO: We are actively developing new products, including derivatives linked to the Brazilian VIX Index and Bitcoin options. Predictive markets are on our agenda, but discussions with regulators are ongoing to address concerns and explore potential.
Q: Can you discuss your expense management strategy and any updates on competition from new exchanges? A: Andre Veiga Milanez, CFO: We aim to manage expenses around inflation levels, focusing on efficiency and investment in new initiatives. Regarding competition, new exchanges may launch by the second half of next year, but we have limited visibility on their progress.
Q: How is B3 preparing for potential IPO windows, and what initiatives are in place to attract listings? A: Andre Veiga Milanez, CFO: We are ready for IPO opportunities, with around 100 companies as potential candidates. While some companies may list abroad, we are working with regulators to make local capital markets more accessible, including the FACIL program for small companies.
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
