Petroleo Brasileiro S.A. Petrobras - ADR

Description

Petroleo Brasileiro S.A.?Petrobras, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the exploration, exploitation, and production of oil and gas, and energy in Brazil and internationally. The company operates in four segments: Exploration and Production, Supply, Gas and Energy, and Distribution. The Exploration and Production segment engages in the exploration, development, and production of oil, liquefied natural gas, and natural gas in Brazil; and sells petroleum and bye products produced in natural gas processing plants. The Supply segment involves in the refining, logistic, transportation, and sale of oil products, petroleum, and alcohol. It also holds interests in petrochemical companies and fertilizer plants. The Gas and Energy segment involves in the purchase, sale, and transportation of natural gas produced in or imported into Brazil. This segment also generates and distributes electric power; and holds interests in national gas transporters and distributors, and thermoelectric power stations. The Distribution segment distributes oil products, fuel alcohol, and compressed natural gas in Brazil. The company also engages in the exploration, production, supply, and distribution of oil and gas in the Americas, Africa, Europe, and Asia. Petroleo Brasileiro was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.