NAIROBI, Kenya, July 31 – East African Breweries PLC (EABL) has reported a 12 p.c rise in revenue after tax to Sh12.2 billion for the yr ended June 30, 2025.
The figures had been sustained by a mix of income growth, diminished finance prices, and beneficial overseas change positive aspects.
Net gross sales elevated by 4 p.c to Sh128.8 billion, with each beer and spirits delivering quantity progress throughout Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
“Our sturdy set of outcomes, marked by double-digit revenue growth, displays the robustness of our technique and the dedication of our individuals,” mentioned its Chairman Martin Otieno.
“We remained centered on long-term worth creation whereas navigating inflation, shrinking disposable revenue, and illicit alcohol challenges.”
According to the audited financials, finance prices dropped considerably to Sh5.9 billion from Sh8.1 billion within the earlier yr, following an Sh8.3 billion discount in debt and the advantages of decrease rates of interest.
This helped offset a 17 p.c improve in working prices, which rose to Sh29.2 billion.
CEO Jane Karuku credited the revenue progress to constant execution and innovation.
“We proceed to put money into our manufacturers and broaden our portfolio to remain related with immediately’s customers. Our sturdy portfolio, coupled with sensible business execution, enabled us to ship these outcomes regardless of a troublesome setting.”
The brewer’s money and money equivalents rose to Sh12.7 billion, whereas primary earnings per share improved from Sh10.30 to Sh11.97.
In line with the sturdy efficiency, the Board has really useful a closing dividend of Sh5.50 per share, pushing the overall dividend for the yr to Sh8, a 14 p.c improve from final yr.
