Denmark · Delayed Price · Currency is DKK Royal Unibrew Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2026
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The AGM reported strong financial growth in 2025, approved a DKK 16 per share dividend, and adopted all board proposals. Strategic focus remains on own brands and innovation, with mitigation plans for the end of the PepsiCo partnership in 2028.
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Q1 2026 saw strong organic growth, margin expansion, and robust cash flow, despite the announced end of the PepsiCo partnership in Northern Europe by 2028. The company remains confident in its multi-beverage strategy, expects to offset lost revenue with own brands, and reiterates its 2026 outlook.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Delivered 5% revenue and 12% EBIT growth in 2025, with margin expansion and strong cash flow. 2026 guidance targets 6%-10% organic EBIT growth, driven by efficiency and category focus, despite flat revenue due to exit of lower-margin activities.
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Q3 saw strong EBIT and EPS growth, margin expansion, and robust cash flow, with full-year EBIT now expected at the high end of guidance. Strategic exits from low-margin businesses and efficiency gains are enhancing profitability, while growth in key categories and markets continues to outpace peers.
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Strong H1 2025 results with 11% EBIT growth, margin expansion, and robust performance in Western Europe and International segments. Guidance narrowed to 5%-6% revenue and 8%-12% EBIT growth, with continued focus on efficiency, innovation, and capital returns.
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Q1 2025 results were resilient, with EBIT up 4% and EPS up 25% year-over-year, despite a strike in Finland and Easter timing. Western Europe and international segments drove growth, and full-year guidance is reiterated amid increased macro uncertainty.
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Record earnings and strong cash flow were reported, with a 16% revenue increase and improved profitability. All board proposals, including a DKK 15 per share dividend and share buyback, were approved. Strategic focus remains on efficiency, ESG, and growth in key beverage categories.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Record 2024 results with revenue above DKK 15 billion and 20% EBIT growth, driven by strong performance in Northern and Western Europe, successful acquisitions, and efficiency gains. 2025 guidance targets 5%-7% revenue and 7%-13% EBIT growth, with continued focus on operational efficiency, sustainability, and strategic investments.
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Q3 delivered record EBIT and strong organic growth, driven by international and Western European markets, especially Italy. Acquisitions boosted capacity and results, while free cash flow and margins improved. Guidance for 2024 was raised, with continued focus on efficiency and growth categories.
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Strong H1 growth was driven by acquisitions and commercial execution, with EBIT up 22% and net revenue up 20% year-over-year. Guidance for 2024 was raised, integration projects are on track, and efficiency initiatives are supporting margin expansion. Extraordinary dividend and sustainability progress were also highlighted.