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Nigerian consumer-goods firms post strong H1 2026 earnings

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Nigerian firms' consumer-goods firms post strong H1 2026 earnings surge

In the first half of 2026 2026, Nigerian consumer‑goods companies kept posting consumer-goods companies, particularly in the brewing sector, reported strong results. financial results despite inflationary pressures. The three largest brewers—Nigerian Breweries, International Breweries, and Guinness Nigeria—generated approximately N1.41 trillion in combined sales. Guinness Nigeria posted saw a 53.3% jump in profit after tax to N25.30 billion, with revenue rising 11.8% to N265 billion and earnings per share reaching 1,155 kobo. Unilever Nigeria saw revenue climb 22% to N119.9 billion, billion. The company significantly strengthened its balance sheet, reducing net profit of N15.6 debt from N37 billion and declared an interim dividend of N2.00 per share. Champion Breweries reported a 124% surge in revenue to N35.73 billion but profit before tax fell 34% year‑on‑year; profit after tax was N2.65 N19 billion and earnings per share dropped 38%, prompting an additional interim dividend that brings the total while increasing shareholders’ equity to N9 per share. N64.2 billion. Tolaram Group’s 58% stake in Guinness, acquired for roughly $70 million in 2024, is now valued at over $350 million. Nigerian Breweries recorded a 9% revenue increase to about N804 billion, billion and a 5% rise in profit after tax up 5% to N193 billion and operating profit rising 8%, while billion, aided by a 61% drop in net finance costs fell 61%, improving its balance sheet. The three largest brewers together generated roughly N1.41 trillion in sales in H1, underscoring sector resilience despite inflation and costs. International Breweries reported a shift toward spirits 21.55% increase in pre-tax profit to N74.79 billion, supported by higher finance income and non‑alcoholic drinks. cost efficiencies, despite relatively flat revenue of N342 billion. Champion Breweries saw revenue surge 124% to N35.73 billion, though profit before tax fell 34% due to higher finance costs. Other notable performers included Nestlé Nigeria confirmed Nigeria, which reported a 28% profit rise to N64.78 billion and a 12% revenue gain, and moved its water business into the 50:50 joint venture Peranel with Nestlé S.A. and Platinum Equity. International Breweries' revenue was flat at N342 billion, with joint venture. Ikeja Hotel saw profit falling due to higher after tax expenses. Tolaram Group’s 58% stake in Guinness, bought for about $70 million in 2024, is now valued at over $350 million, reflecting the rapid rebound rise 30.5% to N4.06 billion, and HBM Nigeria reported a 59.08% increase in earnings across the sector. pre-tax profit to N317.73 billion.

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  1. 2026-08-21 13:54 UTC Nigerian consumer-goods firms post strong H1 2026 earnings
  2. 2026-08-05 22:32 UTC Nigerian firms' H1 2026 earnings surge
  3. 2026-07-31 19:56 UTC Nigerian firms' H1 2026 earnings surge
  4. 2026-07-30 23:16 UTC Nigerian firms' H1 2026 earnings surge
  5. 2026-07-30 22:48 UTC Nigerian firms' H1 2026 earnings surge
  6. 2026-07-28 19:32 UTC Nigerian firms' H1 2026 earnings surge

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