Sime Darby Plantation Bhd (SDP) announced a fourth-quarter net profit of RM350 million, surpassing market expectations. Boosted by this positive news, the company's shares rose 2.1% on Monday. The strong performance was attributed to stable crude palm oil (CPO) prices and effective cost control measures implemented throughout the period.
Sime Darby Plantation Bhd (SDP) today announced better-than-expected financial results for the fourth quarter of its 2025 fiscal year, with a net profit reaching RM350 million, significantly exceeding analysts' average forecast of RM300 million. This robust performance was primarily driven by crude palm oil (CPO) prices remaining stable above RM4,000 per tonne, coupled with the company's effective cost control measures and improved operational efficiency. Boosted by this news, SDP's shares rose 2.1% on Monday, closing at RM4.38 with active trading volume. Company management stated that despite ongoing pressures from labor costs and fertilizer prices, these adverse factors were successfully mitigated through optimized plantation management and increased palm oil production. Looking ahead, SDP anticipates continued earnings growth momentum in fiscal year 2026 and plans further investments in sustainability and downstream operations to enhance its market competitiveness.
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