YTL Corporation Berhad (YTL) Q4 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue for FY2026 rose 2.7% year-over-year to RM31.6 billion, but profit before tax declined 13.5% to RM4.1 billion due to margin pressures and lower contributions from key segments.

• Net profit attributable to owners fell 26.8% to RM1.44 billion, with basic EPS at 12.42 sen versus 17.76 sen last year.

• Utilities and Cement segments drove revenue growth, while Construction and Property segments saw declines.

Financial highlights

• FY2026 revenue: RM31.6 billion (up from RM30.8 billion); profit before tax: RM4.1 billion (down from RM4.7 billion).

• Gross profit margin decreased to 27.9% from 29.1% year-over-year.

• Operating profit: RM5.89 billion (down from RM6.48 billion); finance costs: RM2.31 billion.

• Net assets per share increased to RM1.58 from RM1.52.

• Cash and cash equivalents at year-end: RM15.1 billion (down from RM17.7 billion).

Outlook and guidance

• Construction segment to focus on replenishing order book amid competitive landscape.

• Cement demand expected to remain satisfactory, but faces risks from energy and freight cost volatility.

• Property segment anticipates gradual recovery, supported by government initiatives.

• Utilities segment expects stable electricity demand and is investing in hydrogen-ready power generation and green data centers.

• Telecommunications aims to grow 5G subscriber base and expand AI-driven services.