Operating lease
- The asset is off the lessee's balance sheet; it is depreciated by the fund as it is considered owned by the lessee.
- Does not occupy bank lines, preserving financial flexibility.
- Rent does not impact financial ratios; it is seamlessly integrated into the production cycle.
- It is not a loan; it is a pure lease.
- Amortizes between 50%-80% of the asset value, reducing overall costs.
- Deducts 100% of the quota as an expense, generating tax credit.
- Assumes no risk of asset obsolescence; allows for periodic fleet renewal, reducing operating costs.
- The responsible party for repair and maintenance is the specialized supplier (dealer).
- The fund negotiates insurance under corporate policies, involving rigorous risk analysis.
- The asset is off the lessee's balance sheet; it is depreciated by the fund as it is considered owned by the lessee.
Financial lease
- The asset and depreciation are recorded on the lessee's balance sheet.
- Occupies bank lines, affecting financial flexibility.
- Increases leverage ratios and reduces Return on Assets (ROA).
- It is a credit arrangement.
- Amortizes 100% of the asset value during the contract term.
- Deducts interest as an expense and depreciates the asset directly.
- Assumes the risk of asset obsolescence.
- Increases the cost of maintaining old assets.
- Repair and maintenance are the responsibility of the lessee.
- Requires individual insurance coverage.