Gerdau Q2 2026: Net Income Jumps 70% YoY to R$1.47B, North America Drives Growth, New Dividend Declared

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Gerdau's Q2 2026 net income hit R$1.47 billion, a 70% YoY increase, powered by North America. A R$0.23 dividend was declared, and updates were provided on the buyback and energy acquisition.

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• Q2 Net Income Surges 70% YoY

  Net income reached R$1.47 billion for Q2 2026, up from R$864 million in Q2 2025, driven by a 67% increase in North America gross profit to R$2.33 billion.

• North America Segment Powers Profitability

  North America adjusted EBITDA rose 59% YoY to R$2.60 billion, offsetting a 20% decline in Brazil segment adjusted EBITDA to R$705 million.

• New R$0.23/Share Dividend Declared

  The Board approved a R$451.3 million dividend (R$0.23 per share) on August 4, 2026, payable September 11, 2026, continuing the capital return program.

• Share Buyback and Cancellation Update

  As of June 30, 2026, 353,000 common and 16.0 million preferred shares were bought back for R$311 million; an additional 163,100 common and 7.0 million preferred shares were cancelled on August 4.

auto_awesomeAnalysis · GGB · Manufacturing

A 70% year-over-year surge in net income to R$1.47 billion highlights Gerdau's Q2 2026 performance, fueled by a near doubling of gross profit in North America. While the Brazil segment remained soft, overall adjusted EBITDA climbed 34% to R$3.43 billion. The company is pressing ahead with its capital return strategy—declaring a fresh R$0.23 per share dividend and continuing share buybacks—while advancing energy self-sufficiency through the Dona Francisca acquisition. The results underscore operational resilience despite a challenging domestic market, with North America now serving as the primary profit engine.