KUALA LUMPUR: CUCKOO International (MAL) Bhd
will continue executing its operational initiatives in the financial year ending Dec 31, 2026 (FY26) to strengthen earnings quality and expand its market reach, supported by IPO proceeds and an expanded retail footprint.
“On the commercial front, the Company will continue the rollout of cash-and-carry Brandshops, complementing its existing nationwide retail network of 240 outlets and 2 cash-and-carry Brandshops.
“These retail outlets will enhance customer accessibility, reach a broader consumer base and diversify revenue streams beyond pure rental,” the household goods maker said in a statement.
In the fourth quarter ended Dec 31, 2025, Cuckoo posted a net profit of RM26.2mil, bringing its full-year profit to RM104.9mil, or 7.64 sen per share.
Quarterly revenue stood at RM233.6mil, lifting full-year revenue to RM1.1bil.
“While consumer spending remains measured, our improved gross margins and strengthening collection performance reflect the resilience of our rental-led business model.
“We remain focused on enhancing asset quality, expanding our ecosystem of wellness solutions and strengthening our omni-channel presence to capture the growing preference for rental solutions in the home wellness segment,” non-independent executive director and chief executive officer Hoe Kian Choon said.
