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Givaudan H2 2025 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.H2 2025 earnings summary29 Jan, 2026
Executive summary
Achieved sales of CHF 7.5 billion, up 5.1% like-for-like and 0.8% in Swiss francs, with high-growth markets up 8.0% and mature markets up 2.4% like-for-like.
Net income reached CHF 1,071 million, with a net profit margin of 14.3%.
Free cash flow was CHF 1,053 million, representing 14.1% of sales.
Dividend proposed at CHF 72 per share, a 2.9% increase and the 25th consecutive annual rise.
Leadership transition: Christian Stammkoetter to become CEO in 2026, with executive committee and board changes.
Financial highlights
EBITDA of CHF 1,751 million, margin at 23.4% (comparable margin 24.2%).
Gross margin decreased to 43.5% from 44.1% due to higher input costs and tariffs.
Basic EPS CHF 116.08, down from CHF 118.17 in 2024.
Net debt reduced to CHF 3.7 billion, net debt/EBITDA improved to 2.1.
Net working capital at 22% of sales, down from 23.4%.
Outlook and guidance
2026 expected to remain volatile, but resilience anticipated due to natural hedges and diversified portfolio.
New five-year targets: 4–6% like-for-like sales growth and >12% free cash flow as % of sales for 2026–2030.
Purpose ambitions include net zero GHG emissions by 2045 and 50% women in senior leadership by 2030.
Limited input cost impact expected; ongoing non-recurring costs related to investigations and optimization.
CHF 45 million in acquisition, restructuring, and project-related expenses expected in 2026.
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Givaudan SA creates and supplies flavors, fragrances, and active cosmetic ingredients for consumer goods companies. The company operates in the taste and wellbeing, fragrance and beauty segments, serving the food, beverage, personal care, and home care markets. Its solutions support innovation in product development. The company is headquartered in Vernier, Switzerland, and its shares are listed on the SIX.
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