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Cosan SA ADR (CSAN)

Cosan SA ADR (CSAN) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/04/2025: CSAN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial analysts

4 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $5.18

1 Year Target Price $5.18

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$5.18 Target price
52w Low $3.8
Current$5.45
52w High $6.68

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -20.72%
Avg. Invested days 29
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 12/04/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.86B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 5.18
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 5.18
Volume (30-day avg) 4
Beta 0.61
52 Weeks Range 3.80 - 6.68
Updated Date 12/5/2025
52 Weeks Range 3.80 - 6.68
Updated Date 12/5/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -5.4

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-13
When After Market
Estimate 0.21
Actual -0.468

Profitability

Profit Margin -31.04%
Operating Margin (TTM) 28.44%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.97%
Return on Equity (TTM) -29.68%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 8.03
Enterprise Value 14381086669
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.18
Enterprise Value 14381086669
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.18
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.79
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.93
Shares Outstanding 1442930469
Shares Floating 784334065
Shares Outstanding 1442930469
Shares Floating 784334065
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 3.26

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Cosan SA ADR

Cosan SA ADR(CSAN) company logo displayed in Upturn AI summary

Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Cosan S.A. was founded in 1936 as a sugar mill in Piracicaba, Su00e3o Paulo, Brazil. It has evolved into a diversified energy and logistics conglomerate, with significant expansions and acquisitions in ethanol, sugar, logistics, and natural gas.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Rau00edzen (Energy): Rau00edzen is a joint venture between Cosan and Shell, and one of the worldu2019s largest sugarcane companies, producing sugar, ethanol, and bioenergy. It also distributes fuels through a network of gas stations.
  • Moove (Lubricants): Moove is Cosan's lubricants business, focused on the production and distribution of lubricants under the Mobil brand in South America and Europe.
  • Compass Gu00e1s e Energia (Natural Gas): Compass Gu00e1s e Energia is involved in the natural gas distribution and related services, operating gas distribution concessions in several Brazilian states.
  • Rumo (Logistics): Rumo is a logistics company focused on rail transportation, port operations, and warehousing, primarily for agricultural commodities.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Cosan is led by its Board of Directors and executive management team. The organizational structure is divided based on its main business segments (Rau00edzen, Moove, Compass, Rumo), each with its own management team.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Ethanol: Rau00edzen is a major ethanol producer in Brazil. Market share data fluctuates but Rau00edzen is one of the largest players in the Brazilian market. Competitors include Su00e3o Martinho and Biosev.
  • Sugar: Rau00edzen is a major sugar producer in Brazil. Market share fluctuates based on global sugar prices and production volume. Competitors include Su00e3o Martinho and Biosev.
  • Fuel Distribution: Rau00edzen (through Shell) distributes fuels across Brazil. Market share is significant but competes with Petrobras BR Distribuidora (VIBRA) and Ipiranga. Not specified on amount of users or revenue.
  • Lubricants (Mobil): Moove produces and distributes Mobil lubricants in South America and Europe. Market share varies by region. Competitors include Shell, Petrobras, Chevron.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The industries in which Cosan operates are influenced by global commodity prices (sugar, ethanol), energy policies, infrastructure development, and macroeconomic conditions in Brazil. The logistics segment is tied to agricultural production and exports.

Positioning

Cosan is a leading integrated energy and logistics player in Brazil. Its competitive advantages include its scale, diversified portfolio, and strategic partnerships (e.g., Shell in Rau00edzen).

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM is difficult to definitively state without specifics of regions and product types. However, Brazil's energy (ethanol, fuels, natual gas) and agricultural commodities markets are substantial, representing hundreds of billions of dollars annually. RUMO, RAIZEN and MOOVE are positioned to capture a significant piece of this TAM.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Diversified business portfolio
  • Strong market position in Brazil
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Integrated operations (energy and logistics)
  • Large scale and efficient operations

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to commodity price volatility
  • Dependence on Brazilian economy
  • Regulatory risks
  • High debt levels
  • Complexity of operations

Opportunities

  • Expansion of renewable energy production
  • Infrastructure development in Brazil
  • Increasing demand for biofuels
  • Growth in natural gas distribution
  • Further consolidation in the energy and logistics sectors

Threats

  • Economic downturns in Brazil
  • Changes in government regulations
  • Fluctuations in commodity prices
  • Increased competition
  • Geopolitical risks

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • VIBRA Energia (VBBR)
  • Petrobras (PBR)
  • Sao Martinho (SMTO3.SA - Not US traded, but key competitor)
  • BP (BP)
  • Shell (SHEL)

Competitive Landscape

Cosan's advantages include its integrated operations and scale, but it faces competition from other large energy and logistics companies, including global players like Shell and BP. Competition depends on the specific segment.

Major Acquisitions

Tellus Agro Negu00f3cios

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 286
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Rumo's logistics infrastructure to better serve agricultural producers.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Analyze Cosan's revenue and earnings growth rates over the past 5-10 years, considering both organic growth and acquisitions.

Future Projections: Consult analyst reports for revenue, earnings, and EPS growth estimates for the next 1-3 years.

Recent Initiatives: Highlight recent strategic initiatives, such as investments in renewable energy, expansion of natural gas distribution, and improvements in logistics operations.

Summary

Cosan is a diversified Brazilian conglomerate with a strong position in energy and logistics. It benefits from its scale and integrated operations but faces risks from commodity price volatility and the Brazilian economy. Rau00edzen and Rumo are key growth drivers, and acquisitions are used to expand the business, but the company must navigate regulatory changes and macroeconomic headwinds. Recent emphasis is on renewable energy, which is a positive for Cosan's future.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Cosan S.A. Investor Relations
  • Analyst Reports
  • Financial News Outlets (e.g., Reuters, Bloomberg)
  • Market Research Reports

Disclaimers:

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About Cosan SA ADR

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters São Paulo, SP, Brazil
IPO Launch date 2021-03-08
CEO & Vice Chairman Mr. Marcelo Eduardo Martins
Sector Energy
Industry Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Cosan S.A. engages in the fuel distribution business. It operates through Raízen, Compass, Moove, Rumo, and Radar segments. The company's Raízen segment engages in the production, commercialization, origination, and trading of sugar, as well as ethanol under the Shell brand; production and commercialization of bioenergy; trading and resale of electricity; and distribution and commercialization of fuels and lubricants. Its Compass segment distributes piped natural gas to industrial, residential, commercial, automotive, and cogeneration customers; and develops infrastructure projects in a regasification terminal, offshore gas pipeline, and thermal generation projects utilizing natural gas, as well as the sale of electricity and natural gas. The company's Moove segment produces and distributes lubricants under the Mobil brand and Comma trademark for industrial, commercial, and passenger/cargo vehicles. Its Rumo segment provides logistics services for storage and port loading of commodities, including grains and sugar; and leases locomotives, wagons, and other railroad equipment, as well as operates containers. The company's Radar segment manages agricultural property. The company operates in Brazil, England, France, Spain, Portugal, Argentina, Bolivia, Uruguay, Paraguay, the United States, Asia, and internationally. Cosan S.A. was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil.