Company Description
Cosan S.A. (NYSE: CSAN) is a publicly held company with shares traded on the New York Stock Exchange and on B3 in Brazil under the symbol CSAN3. According to its regulatory filings, Cosan is organized as a Brazilian corporation and reports its financial information under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Brazilian accounting standards. The company is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, and is identified in filings as a public company registered with the Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) under code 19836.
Cosan describes itself in official disclosures as one of Brazil’s largest business groups with investments in energy and logistics. Based on available segment information referenced in its filings and prior descriptions, Cosan’s activities are organized into reportable segments that include Raízen, Compass, Moove, Rumo, and Radar. These segments reflect Cosan’s participation in areas such as energy distribution and related products, natural gas and energy infrastructure, lubricants, logistics and rail transportation, and asset management activities.
In its financial statements, Cosan consolidates a broad base of assets and operations. The interim condensed individual and consolidated financial statements include items such as property, plant and equipment, intangible assets and goodwill, right-of-use assets, investment property, investments in subsidiaries and associates, and investments in joint ventures. The company also reports sectorial financial assets and liabilities, concessions payable, and lease liabilities, indicating exposure to regulated and concession-based activities in its portfolio.
Cosan’s capital structure, as disclosed in its interim statement of financial position, includes share capital, additional paid-in capital, treasury shares, accumulated other comprehensive income, profit reserves, and retained results, along with non-controlling interests related to subsidiaries. The company uses various financial instruments, including loans, borrowings, debentures, derivative financial instruments and total return swaps, and it discloses detailed information on financial risk management, fair value measurements, and related-party transactions in its notes.
Through its Moove segment, Cosan participates in the lubricants and base oils market. Moove is described in a Business Wire announcement, issued on behalf of Cosan, as a global reference in lubricants and as one of the largest producers and distributors of lubricants and base oils in Brazil and other countries in South America, Europe, and the United States. Moove offers specialized lubrication products and services for industrial equipment and commercial and passenger vehicles. This segment was further expanded when Moove acquired PetroChoice Lubrication Solutions, described as the largest lubricant distributor in the United States, from Golden Gate Capital.
Cosan’s Compass segment is held through Cosan Dez Participações S.A., a vehicle that holds shares of Compass Gás e Energia S.A. In a material fact filed on Form 6-K, Cosan reports a transaction in which Banco Bradesco BBI S.A. and Banco BTG Pactual S.A. acquired preferred shares in Cosan Dez. This transaction, structured with a put option in favor of the investors, is described by Cosan as part of its strategy to optimize liabilities and renegotiate financial terms associated with Compass.
The company also discloses its participation in Rumo S.A., a listed subsidiary in the logistics sector. In material facts filed on Form 6-K, Cosan reports transactions involving the sale of common shares issued by Rumo combined with total return swap derivative instruments. Cosan states that these financial transactions are focused on liquidity and cash management and that they are structured so as not to reduce Cosan’s political and economic rights in Rumo, maintaining its overall participation through direct stakes and derivative exposure.
Cosan’s consolidated financial statements include investments in joint ventures, such as those related to Raízen, and detail non-controlling interests in subsidiaries. The company’s filings present segment information, net sales to external customers by product/customer type, and information by geographical area, along with disclosures on income taxes, provisions for legal proceedings and judicial deposits, share-based payment, and subsequent events. Independent auditors’ review reports included in the Form 6-K filings confirm that Cosan’s condensed interim financial statements are prepared in accordance with CPC 21 and IAS 34.
In addition to its operating and financial activities, Cosan’s filings highlight capital markets transactions. The company has launched primary offerings of its common shares directed to investors in Brazil, the United States, and other jurisdictions, under Brazilian CVM rules and U.S. securities regulations. Material facts describe the structure of these offerings, including the number of shares to be issued, pricing mechanics, and the absence of an offering of American Depositary Receipts in those specific offerings. Cosan also reports an investment agreement involving its controlling shareholders and institutional investors, as well as a shareholders’ agreement that becomes effective upon settlement of a public offering.
Corporate governance changes are also described in Cosan’s material facts. The company reports changes to the composition of its Executive Board and Board of Directors, along with corresponding changes in the boards of its subsidiaries Rumo, Compass, and its jointly controlled entity Raízen, and at Moove. These disclosures reflect Cosan’s practice of communicating governance changes and capital structure events through CVM-compliant material facts and Form 6-K reports.
For investors analyzing CSAN stock, Cosan’s official filings provide insight into its diversified exposure to energy, lubricants, logistics, and related infrastructure, its use of complex financial instruments and capital markets transactions, and its governance and shareholder arrangements. The company’s consolidated financial statements, segment disclosures, and material facts together outline how Cosan structures its investments and manages its positions in key subsidiaries and joint ventures.
Stock Performance
Cosan S A (CSAN) stock last traded at $4.19. Over the past 12 months, the stock has lost 21.2%, ranking #1,718 in 52-week price change. At a market capitalization of $4.1B, CSAN is classified as a mid-cap stock with approximately 989.9M shares outstanding.
Latest News
Cosan S A has 1 recent news article. Of the recent coverage, 1 article coincided with positive price movement and 0 with negative movement. Key topics include acquisition. View all CSAN news →
SEC Filings
Cosan S A has filed 5 recent SEC filings, including 5 Form 3. The most recent filing was submitted on April 2, 2026. SEC filings provide transparency into a company's financial condition, material events, and regulatory compliance. View all CSAN SEC filings →
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Short Interest History
Short interest in Cosan S A (CSAN) currently stands at 1.0 million shares, up 25.1% from the previous reporting period, representing 0.1% of the float. Over the past 12 months, short interest has decreased by 24.4%. This relatively low short interest suggests limited bearish sentiment.
Days to Cover History
Days to cover for Cosan S A (CSAN) currently stands at 1.0 days. This low days-to-cover ratio indicates high liquidity, allowing short sellers to quickly exit positions if needed. The ratio has shown significant volatility over the period, ranging from 1.0 to 7.3 days.
CSAN Company Profile & Sector Positioning
Cosan S A (CSAN) operates in the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing industry within the broader Energy sector and is listed on the NYSE. In monthly performance, the stock ranks #1,535 among all tracked companies.
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