The Weekly Buzzing Stocks by Billy KawasakiPetroleo Bras Sa PetroPBRTOP PICKDec 08, 2022
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A., better known by the acronym Petrobras, is a state-owned Brazilian multinational corporation in the petroleum industry headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The companys name translates to Brazilian Petroleum Corporation — Petrobras. Social media mentions are up 1100% in the past 24h.
(A Top Pick Jan 14/25, Down 0.5%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O’Reilly
Our PAST TOP PICK with PBR has triggered its stop at $13.50. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. This will result in a net investment loss of 3%, when combined with our previous guidance.
We reiterate PBR, Brazil's national energy producer as a TOP PICK. Quarterly cash flows reveal that the company is once again building reserves, while continuing to pay down debt. It trades at 5x earnings, 1.2x book and supports a 22% ROE. The dividend yield is supported by a payout ratio of 55% of cash flows. We continue to recommend a stop at $12, looking to achieve $17 -- upside potential of 23%. Yield 7.4%
Petrobras (PBR) is the national energy company of Brazil. The company released its strategic plan to 2050 and it emphasizes a renewed growth in capital projects along with a large distribution to share holders ($55 bn by 2029). It trades at 6x earnings, 1.2x book and supports a 29% ROE. We like that cash reserves are growing. The healthy dividend is backed by a payout ratio under 60% of cash flow. We recommend setting a stop-loss at $12, looking to achieve $18 -- upside potential over 25%. Yield 6.5%
It is an important global producer of light sweet crude oil which is better for the environment. It has become a better company over the years and is 51% owned by the Brazilian government. Should be OK if oil prices stay higher. Also does refining and marketing at local levels. Part of the question was on the 30% dividend yield. Dividends in a company like this are not handled the same way as dividends from North American companies. Look at the payout ratio and consistency as well as how profits are paid out.
If you see where you can buy oil & gas stocks, Brazil probably isn't the most stable place. He'd recommend sticking closer to home and not run into geopolitical issues.
(A Top Pick May 27/21, Up 0%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with PBR has triggered its stop at $9.60. We recommend covering the balance of the position at this time. Combined with the previous recommendation to cover half, this results in a net investment return of 12%.