PETALING JAYA: Nestle (Malaysia) Bhd posted an improved set of results in the fourth quarter ended Dec 31, 2025, on the back of double-digit growth in its domestic and export markets.
“Our performance in the fourth quarter confirms the sustained growth momentum through the year and it reflects once again the strong connection and relevance of our brands with all Malaysians,” said chief executive officer Juan Aranols in a statement.
He added that the solid growth in the export business further confirms the competitiveness of the group’s Malaysian manufacturing footprint.
“It remains a focus geography for the Nestle group’s strategic investments, as demonstrated by the choice of our Sri Muda factory in Shah Alam to be a key production site for Nescafe espresso concentrate, a key innovation for the Nestle group worldwide.”
In the quarter under review, the group’s net profit surged to RM125.53mil from RM41.1mil in the year-ago quarter, while earnings per share climbed to 53.53 sen from 17.53 sen previously.
Quarterly revenue jumped to RM1.68bil from RM1.47bil in the comparative quarter.
The group’s net profit was also higher over a 12-month period, rising to RM513.03mil from RM415.62mil in the previous year.
It reported annual revenue of RM6.88bil as compared to RM6.22bil in the comparative year as sales rose 10.5% compared to 2024, with strong domestic demand alongside double-digit expansion in export sales.
“This reflects again the global competitiveness of the group’s 100% halal-certified product portfolio, proudly made in Malaysia, by Malaysians,” it said.
In line with the performance, the board of directors declared a third interim dividend of 90 sen per share, bringing the total payout in 2025 to RM2.20 per share, a 29% increase over the previous year.
Looking ahead in 2026 Aranols said Malaysia’s economy is performing with resilience “within a global economic and geopolitical context that remains highly dynamic and volatile.”
“Within this context, Nestle is well-positioned to deliver another year of growth, with solid financial and operational fundamentals. We are confident of delivering another year of consistent financial returns to our shareholders and sustained societal value creation for all our stakeholders.
Aranols said Nestle will continue to focus on strengthening its brands, drive relevant innovation and deliver strong execution across commercial channels.
“This will be funded by disciplined cost and margin management and by adapting our organisation and ways of working to the opportunities offered by digitalisation, automation and the adoption of artificial intelligence solutions where relevant.”
