The following is a summary of the Sendas Distribuidora SA (ASAI) Q4 2023 Earnings Call Transcript:

Financial Performance:

• Sendas Distribuidora SA reported a 16% growth in total in 2023 leading to a 60% overall growth across two years, representing an additional R$2.7 billion in Q4 sales.

• Sales progression was at 3% at the end of Q4 2023, with significant market gain.

• Operational cash generation reached R$4.6 billion in 2023.

• Q4 2023 resulted in a net income of 1.9 with a total annual net income of 1.2%.

• The company invested more than R$5 billion in 2023, adding to a total investment of around R$16 billion over the past three years.

• Earnings reached R$736 million in Q4, leading to a full-year financial result of R$1.8 billion, an annual increase of over R$200 million and R$800 million respectively.

• Quarter-end net income was R$3.3 million, with a profit margin of 1.9%.

• Annual profit reached R$776 million with a margin of R$1.2.

• Cash generation growth increased by R$453 million year-over-year to R$4.6 billion.

• With financing costs of R$1.8 billion, the year-end net debt was R$13.1 billion with a leverage ratio of R$3.8.

Business Progress:

• Sendas Distribuidora opened 27 new stores in 2023, augmenting to 288 stores and showing nearly 90% growth over the last three years.

• Their regional expansion and customer service improvements catered to almost 50% penetration in certain regions.

• The company showcased sustainability by reducing carbon emissions by 10% and increasing waste reuse.

• Sendas Distribuidora plans to reduce their leverage in 2024 while maintaining operational efficiency.

• Market penetration was achieved through offering new services and product lines, mainly to the wealthier customer segments.

• The company plans to continue its strategic expansion while also exploring opportunities for in-store advertising.

• After tripling in size over the three years, they have plans of intensifying their deleveraging process in 2024.

• Sendas Distribuidora expects inflation rates of about 4-5% this year due to volatility in commodities, but remains positive due to an increase in Q4 sales.

• Control over expenses, delivering a low-cost operation, and working capital management, particularly benefitting small entrepreneurs, are key in their strategic plans.

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