The data on the present case make a strong argument for at least an underestimation of the uncertainties that Aracruz was facing, and, thus, demonstrates that hubris have played an important role in excessive risk taking behavior by Aracruz‟s managers.
Regarding agency theory, we can focus our analysis in two potential sources of agency problems: corporate governance and remuneration schemes.
In spite of being regarded as a solid company, the corporate governance structure related to risk management was inappropriate. As we can see in the financial