BRF S.A. is a global food company with a vertically integrated business model, from grain and feed production to final product distribution. The company mainly breeds and slaughters poultry and pigs, offering a portfolio that includes fresh meat and a wide mix of processed foods, such as ready meals, sausages and margarines, under the Sadia, Perdigão and Qualy brands. Additionally, the company operates in the industrial ingredients and pet food segments. Its operations are divided between the Brazilian and international markets, with a strong presence in regions such as the Middle East and Turkey. BRF has dozens of industrial plants and distribution centers in Brazil and abroad, exporting its products to approximately 120 countries.
How many years of EBITDA are required to pay off the company's net debt considering the lease agreements, according to the official accounting standard IFRS16. As a market consensus, a value of up to 3 years of leverage is accepted for most companies.
How much the company's debt represents in % in relation to its equity. As a market consensus, a value less than or equal to 1 is accepted, above that leverage can end up hurting the final result at some point.
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