PBR
EnergyPetróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras · Oil & Gas Integrated · $128B
What is Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras?
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. — known as Petrobras — is Brazil's dominant state-controlled oil and gas company, operating across the full energy value chain from deepwater exploration to refining and power generation.
Petrobras explores, produces, refines, and markets crude oil, natural gas, and related products both domestically and internationally. Revenue flows through four segments: Exploration and Production, Refining and Marketing, Gas and Power, and Corporate businesses — which together cover everything from offshore drilling to fertilizer production and ethanol distribution.
Petrobras was incorporated in 1953 and is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
- Offshore and onshore oil and gas exploration and production
- Crude oil refining, logistics, and marketing
- Natural gas trading, LNG transport, and thermoelectric power generation
- Biofuels including biodiesel and ethanol
Is PBR a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates PBR as Good overall.
Petrobras stands out for Strong Quality, reflecting the financial discipline and cash generation typical of a large integrated national oil company. Valuation is rated Attractive relative to sector peers, which may interest value-oriented investors.
The Moat pillar is rated Weak, reflecting competitive and geopolitical pressures that limit durable pricing power beyond Brazil's domestic market.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does PBR pay dividends?
Yes — Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras pays a dividend.
Petrobras pays a regular dividend, making it a notable income consideration among emerging-market energy stocks. As a state-controlled company, dividend policy is influenced by both financial performance and government priorities, so payout levels can vary meaningfully from year to year.
When does PBR report earnings?
Petrobras reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, consistent with its listing obligations as a major internationally traded equity.
The company's Quality pillar reflects a track record of generating substantial operating cash flows from its deepwater assets. Growth is rated Neutral, suggesting the business is sustaining rather than rapidly expanding its output profile.
For the most recent quarter's results and guidance, visit Petrobras's official investor relations page.
PBR Price History
+518.7% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras?
Based on Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Petrobras do?
Petrobras is Brazil's largest integrated energy company. It explores for and produces crude oil and natural gas — primarily from deepwater offshore fields — and also refines, trades, and distributes oil products, natural gas, LNG, and biofuels across Brazil and international markets.
Does PBR pay dividends?
Yes, Petrobras pays a regular dividend. Because the Brazilian government holds a controlling stake, dividend decisions can reflect both corporate cash flow and state fiscal priorities. Investors should monitor official announcements for current payout details rather than relying on historical averages.
When does PBR report earnings?
Petrobras follows a quarterly earnings reporting schedule. Specific release dates are not covered by our data source — check the company's investor relations page for the most current schedule.
Is PBR a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates PBR as Good, with particularly Strong Quality and an Attractive Valuation relative to peers. The Moat pillar is Weak, which is a meaningful consideration. The full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members on UQS Score.
Is PBR overvalued?
The UQS Valuation pillar for PBR is rated Attractive, suggesting the stock is not expensive relative to sector peers on the metrics our model evaluates. Full valuation details are available in the Pro analysis.
What is PBR's market cap bracket?
Petrobras is classified as a large-cap company, reflecting its position as one of the largest energy producers in Latin America and a significant player in global oil markets.
Is PBR a long-term quality indicator?
From a quality standpoint, Petrobras scores Strong on the UQS Quality pillar, which captures financial health and cash generation. However, the Weak Moat rating and political influence over strategy are factors long-term investors should weigh carefully alongside the quality metrics.
What sector does PBR belong to?
Petrobras operates in the Energy sector, specifically as an integrated oil and gas company. Its business spans upstream exploration and production through downstream refining, gas distribution, and power generation.
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PBR — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2026 | 59.4 | 71.9 | 32.0 | 58.7 | 45.5 | 99.4 | +0.1 |
| May 22, 2026 | 59.3 | 71.9 | 32.0 | 58.2 | 45.5 | 99.4 | +1.2 |
| May 9, 2026 | 58.1 | 72.4 | 32.0 | 51.7 | 44.9 | 99.7 | +1.6 |
| May 7, 2026 | 56.5 | 72.4 | 32.0 | 45.4 | 44.9 | 97.3 | 0.0 |
| May 3, 2026 | 56.5 | 72.4 | 32.0 | 45.4 | 44.9 | 97.0 | 0.0 |
| Apr 28, 2026 | 56.5 | 72.4 | 32.0 | 45.4 | 44.9 | 97.3 | +0.4 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 56.1 | 72.4 | 32.0 | 43.9 | 44.9 | 96.9 | -0.1 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | 56.2 | 72.4 | 32.0 | 43.9 | 44.9 | 97.0 | +0.8 |
| Apr 22, 2026 | 55.4 | 72.4 | 32.0 | 41.9 | 44.9 | 94.7 | -4.7 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | 60.1 | 85.2 | 32.0 | 49.3 | 44.9 | 94.7 | +0.1 |
PBR — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 71.9/100 (25%)Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 58.7/100 (20%)Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 45.5/100 (15%)Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 99.4/100 (15%)Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
How many years of FCF the market cap represents.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 32/100 (25%)Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for PBR.
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How is the PBR UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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