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    Petras Concilia

    Research Analyst at ATF

    Petras Concilia is an Analyst at ATF, specializing in quantitative research and financial analysis with a focus on regulatory compliance and financial crime investigations. He has covered high-profile cases involving companies in the banking and fintech sectors, contributing to successful outcomes with a track record of accurate risk assessments and actionable intelligence. Petras began his career in financial risk analysis before joining ATF in 2023, leveraging prior experience at consulting firms and regulatory bodies to enhance investigative performance. He holds FINRA Series 7 and 63 licenses and has been recognized internally for excellence in data-driven case analysis.

    Petras Concilia's questions to Barry Callebaut AG/ADR (BRRLY) leadership

    Petras Concilia's questions to Barry Callebaut AG/ADR (BRRLY) leadership • Q2 2016

    Question

    Petras Concilia of ATF asked for an explanation of the challenging cocoa market situation and the company's outlook for its cocoa business.

    Answer

    CEO Antoine de Saint-Affrique explained that the "combined ratio," the relative price of cocoa powder and butter, has been at a historically low level, impacting industry-wide profitability. He noted the company is implementing measures to become less dependent on this ratio. CFO Victor Balli added that overcapacity, particularly in Asia, combined with slowing demand, drove down prices. He stated the market is gradually improving as capacity is reduced and some smaller players struggle.

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