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Release Date: March 12, 2026
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
Positive Points
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CSN Mineracao SA ( BSP:CMIN3 ) reported a record-breaking quarter with a net income of 1.2 billion riisis, accounting for 72.4% of the annual net income for 2025.
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The company achieved significant improvements in ESG scores, moving from 55 to 82 points in the S&P ESG assessment, surpassing 93% of companies in their segment.
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CSN Mineracao SA maintained a strong dividend payout policy, distributing close to 100% of net income, aligning with their commitment to shareholders.
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The company exceeded production levels every quarter in 2025, consistently surpassing their goals and targets.
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CSN Mineracao SA is advancing well with the P15 project, with over 40% of the project completed and on track for its 2027 target date.
Negative Points
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The company experienced a 63% drop in revenue compared to the previous year, primarily due to foreign exchange variations.
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There is a higher cost projection for 2026 due to increased movement and transportation distances in mining operations, which could pressure margins.
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The company faces challenges with the current high volatility in oil prices, impacting freight costs and potentially affecting overall cost management.
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Despite the strong performance, the company is dealing with a bottleneck at the TECCAR port, requiring significant investment to expand capacity.
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The market dynamics, particularly with BHP's supply issues to China, could impact iron ore demand and pricing, posing a risk to future revenue.
Q & A Highlights
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Q: Can you provide an update on the schedule and disbursement for the P15 growth program? A: The P15 project is on track for a 2027 startup. Despite heavy rainfall, the schedule is advancing as predicted. We have disbursed slightly over 2 billion riisiss, with 6 billion remaining. Growth CapEx will more than double in 2026, with some disbursements extending into 2028. (Respondent: Unidentified_3)
Q: How do you expect CSN Mining to contribute to the new infrastructure vehicle of CSN? A: We aim to unlock value by carving out assets into a new infrastructure vehicle, which should yield higher multiples compared to mining. The final structure is yet to be defined, but it will involve new investments and strategic partnerships. (Respondent: Unidentified_3)
Q: What is the strategy for P15 given the current market conditions and freight exposure? A: The P15 strategy remains unchanged despite market pressures. We maintain a focus on direct reduction niches with high premiums. For freight, we have 1.8 million tons contracted for 2026 at $21.1 per ton, with a mix of spot and contracted freight. (Respondent: Unidentified_3)
Q: Could you elaborate on the cost guidance for 2026 and its implications? A: Our cost guidance is $22 to $23.5 per ton, slightly higher due to increased mine movement and transportation distances. We aim to control costs despite these challenges, maintaining discipline to deliver the best possible results. (Respondent: Unidentified_3)
Q: What are the expectations for third-party ore volumes and the Chinese market dynamics in 2026? A: We expect third-party ore volumes to remain similar to 2025 levels. In China, indirect steel exports are expected to grow, supported by government policies and infrastructure spending, despite current inventory concerns. (Respondent: Unidentified_3)
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
