Dhruvi Mehta

Dhruvi Mehta, in a bundled question, sought clarification on whether the Sojitz collaboration is part of the previously announced $500 million investment plan for Mexico or a separate initiative, Sojitz's role in co-investment and execution, and the nature and quantifiable top-line impacts of the $500 million investment.

Answer

Suso Zamora, Executive Chairman and President, Auna, confirmed that the $500 million investment plan is related to the MOU with Sojitz and represents a sizable portion of Auna's investment strategy in Mexico. He emphasized that this partnership is expected to generate significant top-line and EBITDA growth, with the intention to grow the top line at high teens and above.

Dhruvi Mehta asked for clarification on the Sojitz partnership, specifically if it's part of the $500 million investment plan for Mexico or a separate initiative. She also inquired about Sojitz's role in co-investment, capital contributions, or execution, and the nature of the $500 million investment, including quantifiable top-line impacts.

Answer

Suso Zamora, Executive Chairman and President, confirmed that the $500 million investment plan for Mexico over five years is related to the MOU with Sojitz. He stated that the partnership, while not having a specific number attached to the MOU itself, represents a sizable part of Auna's investment plan in Mexico. He expects this collaboration to produce significant top-line and EBITDA growth, aiming to continue growing the top line at high teens and above.