Sime Darby Plantation Bhd (SDP) announced robust fourth-quarter results, with net profit surging 25% and surpassing market expectations. This positive development propelled the company's shares up by 2.0% today, reflecting investor confidence in its operational efficiency and commodity price management.
Sime Darby Plantation Bhd (stock code: 5285) saw its shares perform strongly today, rising 2.0% to RM4.10, following the announcement of better-than-expected fourth-quarter results for the financial year ended December 31, 2025. The company reported a 25% year-on-year increase in net profit for the quarter, reaching RM350 million, primarily driven by stable crude palm oil (CPO) prices and enhanced production efficiency. In its earnings report, the company noted that despite some increases in operating costs, effective cost management and robust performance from its downstream operations successfully offset some pressures. Analysts are generally optimistic about Sime Darby Plantation's future prospects, anticipating continued benefits from the cyclical recovery in palm oil prices and the implementation of its sustainability strategies.
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