Loma Negra, Argentina's leading cement producer, reported a net profit of Ps. 14.5 billion for Q3 2026, reversing a loss of Ps. 11.5 billion in the same period last year. Despite a 3.2% decline in net sales mainly due to weaker concrete segment revenues, the company improved its net debt ratio to 1.00x LTM Adjusted EBITDA from 1.49x a year ago, supported by a successful US$150 million bond issuance. EBITDA margins slightly contracted in pesos but improved in dollar terms, reflecting resilient cash generation amid subdued demand. The company remains optimistic about future quarters, focusing on efficiency and debt management.
Loma Negra's Q3 2026 results provide context for readers interested in the Basic Materials sector. For readers following Basic Materials, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Nov 06, 2026 03:41 WIB: Out of 83 priced US stocks in this sector, 16 rose and 66 fell. Notable movers include FMC Corp at USD 5.94 with a 1-day change of -7.48% and a typical hold time on Pluang of 62 days, Steel Dynamics Inc. at USD 222.50 down 7.34% with a typical hold time of 10 days, and Freeport-McMoRan Inc. at USD 58.02 down 7.32% with a typical hold time of 71 days and Pluang order activity showing 71% sell and 29% buy.
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