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BB points out refusal of producers to renegotiate agricultural debts

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Briefings

The Banco do Brasil reported a 66.5% drop in adjusted net profit for the third quarter of 2026, driven by a sharp rise in agricultural loan losses. While 90% of clients continue paying on time, a significant portion of medium and large-scale producers in the Central-West region refused to renegotiate debts or present guarantees despite the bank's efforts. This behavior, described as 'moral risk,' contributed to the bank's liquidity and capital challenges, prompting a review of its 2026 profit forecast and a reduction in dividend payouts.

Key points

• The Banco do Brasil's adjusted net profit fell 66.5% in the third quarter of 2026, reaching R$ 1.27 billion, compared to the same period last year.
• Approximately 15% of identified agricultural debtors who were already in default accepted renegotiation terms, while the majority refused to pay or present guarantees.

Context

The Banco do Brasil's third-quarter 2026 results were released during a teleconference. The bank's agricultural loan portfolio showed deterioration, with the cost of credit rising to R$ 21.2 billion in the quarter alone. The bank has been implementing measures to reduce exposure, including the use of fiduciary alienation for 80% of the 2026/2027 crop, but the high default rate remains a key concern.

Limitations

The evidence covers only the third quarter of 2026 and the first nine months of the year. It does not provide data on the full year 2026 or future projections beyond the bank's own estimates. The specific number of defaulting producers is not given, only the percentage of the total default population.

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