Sime Darby Plantation Bhd announced robust fourth-quarter results, with net profit surging 20% year-on-year to RM450 million, surpassing market expectations. This strong performance was primarily driven by stable crude palm oil (CPO) prices and improved production efficiency.
Malaysian plantation giant Sime Darby Plantation Bhd today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025, reporting a 20% year-on-year increase in net profit to RM450 million, surpassing analysts' consensus estimates. The company's revenue also grew by 10% to RM5.2 billion. This stellar performance was primarily attributed to the relatively stable crude palm oil (CPO) prices and the company's sustained efforts in production efficiency and cost control. Furthermore, contributions from its downstream operations remained robust. Sime Darby Plantation stated that despite ongoing uncertainties in the global economic environment, CPO prices are expected to remain at reasonable levels in 2026, and the company will continue to focus on sustainable development and operational optimisation. The board of directors has recommended a final dividend of 6 sen per share, subject to shareholders' approval. Investors reacted positively to the earnings report, with the company's shares rising 1.5% in midday trading.
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