Companhia Brasileira de Distribuicao (PCAR3) investor relations material

Executive summary

• Leadership transition with a new CEO focused on operational turnaround, structural transformation, and financial discipline.

• Over 60% of revenue is concentrated in the premium market, with more than 5 million active loyalty program customers.

• Achieved significant operational improvements in 4Q25, including a 10.0% adjusted EBITDA margin and a 65.8% reduction in net loss for 2025 compared to the previous year.

• Continued market share gains in premium and proximity formats, and leadership in food e-commerce.

• Emphasis on efficiency, cash generation, and a comprehensive review of expenses, including discontinuation of unprofitable programs.

Financial highlights

• Gross margin expanded to 27.7% in 4Q25, up 0.5 p.p. year-over-year, the highest in the segment.

• Adjusted EBITDA margin rose to 10.0%, with a significant reduction in net loss; full-year net loss fell 65.8%.

• Net loss from continuing operations was R$523 million, mainly due to a non-recurring impairment of R$527 million; excluding this, net loss would be R$175 million, a 76.2% reduction.

• Operating free cash flow reached R$699 million, six times higher than the previous period; full-year 2025 was R$669 million, 2.6x higher.

• CAPEX decreased 35% in 4Q25 and 9% for the year, reflecting investment optimization.

Outlook and guidance

• 2026 Efficiency Plan targets at least R$415 million in cost and operating expense savings, with over 80% of the target already mapped.

• Annual CAPEX for 2026 expected between R$300 million and R$350 million, focusing on essential operations and cash preservation.

• No new store openings planned for upcoming quarters; focus on portfolio optimization and operational improvements.