Petrobras: Record Q2 Profit, Higher Production and Capex

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What changed

Relative to the prior-quarter analysis, the Q2 update showed record recurring profit, production of 2.7 million barrels per day, refinery utilization above 100%, lower diesel imports, higher exports, increased capex and a $2.9 billion reduction in net debt. Management also highlighted a Colombian gas discovery and a reduced production-decline rate of about 4% per year.

Guidance delta

Management maintained its 2026–2030 guidance while increasing Q2 capex to $5.3 billion and emphasizing high-return E&P projects.

Key takeaways

• Management reported record recurring net profit and gross profit without asset sales.
• Oil production reached 2.7 million barrels per day, above the 2.5 million barrels-per-day Q2 target.
• Refinery utilization exceeded 100%; diesel imports fell 40% and exports rose 12%.
• Q2 capex increased to $5.3 billion, with 82% directed to high-return E&P projects.
• Net debt fell by $2.9 billion to $60.4 billion, while management highlighted Colombia gas discoveries and upcoming platform ramp-ups.

Management priorities

• Ramp up P-178, P-179 and P-180 and launch P-182 and P-183.
• Invest $16.9 billion of 2026 capex with a focus on high-return projects.
• Continue debt reduction toward the $65 billion net-debt horizon.
• Expand gas-export capacity and pursue exploration in Africa, the Equatorial Margin and Mexico.
• Maintain high refinery utilization and a value-added product mix.