Gerdau S.A. (GGB)
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Gerdau reported third-quarter 2026 adjusted EBITDA of R$ 3.8 billion, up 10% from the second quarter 4. EBITDA is operating profit before interest, taxes and the wear-and-tear charges of depreciation and amortization 4.
The company says North America supplied 76% of consolidated EBITDA, at a 27.7% margin that it called the highest level in four years 4. Brazil recovered only slightly, as steel imports there were 19.8% higher than in the second quarter 4.
Net debt stood at 0.58 times adjusted EBITDA, which the company called a solid balance sheet 4. Gerdau S.A. approved a dividend of R$ 0.34 per share, payable from 15 December 2026 4.
For the fourth quarter the release lists a squeeze on Brazilian margins from a seasonal slowdown and costly coal 4. It also lists antidumping duties on hot-rolled coils and wire rod, with a final decision due by December 2026 4.
As of Oct 28, 2026. Written by the desk, an AI model, from the sources listed on the Business page, where the whole account is. Nothing here is advice.