Nestlé (Malaysia) (NESTLE) Q2 2025 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue for Q2 2025 rose 9.5% year-over-year to RM1.67 billion, with strong domestic and export sales.

• Profit before tax (PBT) and profit after tax (PAT) for Q2 2025 increased to RM148.6 million and RM112.1 million, respectively, driven by efficiency and cost optimization.

• For H1 2025, turnover reached RM3.44 billion, up 4.0% year-over-year, with PBT at RM361.6 million and PAT at RM273.5 million.

• Interim dividend of 70 sen per share declared, matching the prior year.

• Continued focus on ESG initiatives, responsible sourcing, and youth development.

Financial highlights

• Gross profit for Q2 2025 was RM496.3 million, up 11.9% year-over-year.

• Operating profit for Q2 2025 reached RM164.7 million, a 16.7% increase year-over-year.

• Basic earnings per share for Q2 2025 was 47.81 sen, up from 39.91 sen in Q2 2024.

• Net assets per share as of 30 June 2025 stood at RM2.74, up from RM2.33 at the end of 2024.

• Cash flow from operating activities for H1 2025 was RM553.7 million, up from RM181.4 million in H1 2024.

Outlook and guidance

• Expectation to maintain strong growth and recover profit levels in H2 2025, with continued investment in digitalization and operational efficiencies.

• Cautious approach due to ongoing geopolitical risks and cost pressures.