Braskem S.A.
BAKBasic MaterialsNASDAQChemicals · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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Daily timeframeBraskem S.A., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture, sale, import, and export of chemicals, petrochemicals, and fuels in Brazil. At a $384.1M market cap, Braskem S.A. ranks as a small-cap company within basic materials. The company supplies electricity and other inputs to second-generation producers; sells utilities, such as steam, water, compressed air and industrial gases; industrial services; and engages in the production, supply, and sale of electric energy and gas.
Market Cap
$384.1M
Beta
0.67
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
-1.57
EPS (TTM)
$-2.60
EPS (Fwd)
$-1.08
ROE
—
ROA
3.5%
Cash
$5.93B
Total Debt
$68.30B
Free CF
-$7.60B
52W Change
-37.5%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where BAK stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 15, 2026 close, BAK finished 37.63% below its 150-day moving average ($2.95) and 41.03% below its 200-day moving average ($3.12). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is BAK overbought or oversold?
At the October 15, 2026 close, BAK's RSI(14) was 72.9, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, BAK has $5.93B in cash with $68.30B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$7.60B. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. ROA of 3.5% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has pulled back from $96.52B (2022) to $70.72B (2025), a 27% decline worth watching.
The relatively low beta of 0.67 suggests BAK is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Braskem S.A.'s trajectory.