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Brumadinho dam failure (Details Narrative) | 6 Months Ended |
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Jun. 30, 2025 | Dec. 31, 2024
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Present value at nominal rate | 8.51% | 7.88%
Description of alleged losses | the Claimants initially estimated the amount of the alleged losses would be approximately US$330 (R$1,800 million), subject to interest and monetary adjustments. In another proceeding filed by foreign legal entities, the Claimants initially estimated the amount of the alleged losses would be approximately US$715 (R$3,900 million), subject to interest and monetary adjustments. In the procedure presented by minority shareholders, the applicants estimated the alleged losses at approximately US$550 (R$3,000 million), subject to interest and monetary adjustments, which could be increased later, as alleged by the applicants. |
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Estimated obligation average period | 7 years |

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